Myra Hyperscale WAF vs Sophos Firewall (XGS)

Both Myra Hyperscale WAF and Sophos Firewall (XGS) are capable WAF solutions. The right choice depends on your specific infrastructure, budget, and feature requirements.

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Overview

Myra Hyperscale WAF and Sophos Firewall (XGS) are both popular web application firewall solutions. This comparison will help you understand the key differences and choose the right one for your needs.

German-made, GDPR-compliant cloud WAF built for critical infrastructure and regulated industries. BSI-qualified, NIS-2 and DORA compliant. Managed WAF service available. Blocks 8M+ malicious L7 requests per customer per year. Data processing exclusively in Germany on request.

Next-gen firewall (SFOS on XGS appliances) with a built-in reverse-proxy Web Application Firewall via its Web Server Protection module; the active successor to the end-of-life Sophos UTM.

Quick Comparison

Feature Myra Hyperscale WAF Sophos Firewall (XGS)
Overall Rating 3.7/5 3.8/5
Free Tier No Yes
Pricing Model Custom (quote-based) Appliance plus subscription (varies by appliance and subscription bundle)
Ease of Use 4.0/5 3.9/5
Value for Money 3.2/5 4.0/5
Support 4.5/5 3.8/5
Platforms Any origin (own data center, cloud, hosting provider). Compatible with AWS, Azure, GCP, on-premises, and hybrid deployments via DNS-based integration. XGS Series hardware appliances, virtual (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM), software/Home Edition, and cloud (Firewall in AWS and Azure)
Compliance BSI-qualified (C5 Type 2), ISO 27001, PCI DSS, NIS-2 compliant, DORA compliant, GDPR compliant, IT-Grundschutz, SOC 2 Type 2 Common Criteria, FIPS-validated cryptography (model dependent)

Pricing Comparison

Myra Hyperscale WAF

Model: Custom (quote-based)

Myra WAF

Custom

Managed WAF Service

Custom (add-on)

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Sophos Firewall (XGS)

Model: Appliance plus subscription (varies by appliance and subscription bundle)

Free Tier Available

Home Edition

Free

Xstream Protection (Commercial)

Custom pricing

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Features Comparison

Myra Hyperscale WAF

  • OWASP Top 10 Protection

    Blocks SQL injection, XSS, CSRF, and other OWASP Top 10 attacks. Blocks an average of 8 million malicious layer 7 requests per customer per year.

  • HTTP/S Request Filtering

    Filters all HTTP and HTTPS requests with rules defined via simple comparisons or regular expressions. Near infinite scalability with no capacity constraints.

  • Managed WAF Service

    Optional add-on where Myra security experts create tailored rule sets for your specific applications, provide ongoing optimization, and offer expert support on demand. Ideal for teams without dedicated WAF expertise.

  • Zero-Day Protection

    Responds to newly discovered vulnerabilities with rapid rule updates. Proactive defense against zero-day exploits before patches are available.

  • Data Sovereignty (Germany)

    On request, all data processing occurs exclusively in Germany. Full GDPR compliance and BSI-qualified infrastructure for organizations with strict European data sovereignty requirements.

  • NIS-2 and DORA Compliance

    Designed for compliance with the EU Network and Information Systems Directive (NIS-2) and Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). Critical for financial institutions and essential service operators in the EU.

  • API Protection

    Protects APIs against injection attacks, exploits, and data leaks. Detects faulty authentication and missing protection measures that could lead to service interruptions.

  • Intuitive Rule Management

    Web-based UI for creating, editing, and managing WAF rules. Toggle rules on/off with a single click. Rules include parameters like name, log identifier, expiration date, conditions, and actions.

Sophos Firewall (XGS)

  • Reverse-Proxy WAF

    Apache-based reverse proxy that protects published web servers against SQL injection, cross-site scripting, directory traversal, and other common web attacks.

  • Form Hardening

    Signs and validates form fields to prevent manipulation of submitted web forms.

  • URL Hardening

    Restricts accessible URLs based on the learned structure of the protected application.

  • Cookie Signing

    Cryptographically signs cookies to detect and block tampering.

  • Reverse-Proxy Authentication

    Adds basic or form-based authentication policies in front of published web servers via WAF rules.

  • Antivirus Scanning

    Scans uploads and traffic to protected web servers for malware as part of Web Server Protection.

Which One Is Right for You?

The best WAF depends on your specific requirements, infrastructure, and team expertise.

Myra Hyperscale WAF

  • You need: European organizations with strict data sovereignty requirements. Banks, insurance companies, and financial institutions needing NIS-2 and DORA compliance. German public sector and critical infrastructure operators requiring BSI-qualified solutions. Mid-sized enterprises wanting a managed WAF without in-house security expertise.
  • You're using: Any origin (own data center, cloud, hosting provider). Compatible with AWS, Azure, GCP, on-premises, and hybrid deployments via DNS-based integration.
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Sophos Firewall (XGS)

  • You need: Organizations already running Sophos Firewall, businesses wanting WAF and network security in one appliance, home labs and educational users via the free Home Edition
  • You want to start with a free tier
  • You're using: XGS Series hardware appliances, virtual (VMware, Hyper-V, KVM), software/Home Edition, and cloud (Firewall in AWS and Azure)
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We recommend evaluating both options with a trial or free tier before committing. Consider your existing infrastructure, team expertise, compliance requirements, and budget.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better for startups: Myra Hyperscale WAF or Sophos Firewall (XGS)?

Sophos Firewall (XGS) offers a free tier while Myra Hyperscale WAF does not, making Sophos Firewall (XGS) more accessible for budget-conscious startups. Myra Hyperscale WAF scores higher for ease of use (4.0/5), which is valuable for smaller teams. Consider your immediate security needs and growth plans when choosing.

Which has better support: Myra Hyperscale WAF or Sophos Firewall (XGS)?

Myra Hyperscale WAF has a higher support rating (4.5/5) compared to Sophos Firewall (XGS) (3.8/5). However, support quality can vary based on your plan tier - enterprise customers typically receive more responsive support from both providers. Consider evaluating support during a trial period.

Which is easier to implement: Myra Hyperscale WAF or Sophos Firewall (XGS)?

Myra Hyperscale WAF scores higher for ease of use (4.0/5) versus Sophos Firewall (XGS) (3.9/5). The actual implementation effort depends on your existing infrastructure and team expertise.

Which is more cost-effective: Myra Hyperscale WAF or Sophos Firewall (XGS)?

Sophos Firewall (XGS) offers a free tier while Myra Hyperscale WAF requires a paid plan. Sophos Firewall (XGS) scores higher for value (4.0/5). Total cost depends on your traffic volume, required features, and support level needs.

Which works better with AWS: Myra Hyperscale WAF or Sophos Firewall (XGS)?

Both Myra Hyperscale WAF and Sophos Firewall (XGS) support AWS deployments. Consider whether native AWS integration or cross-cloud portability matters more for your use case.