pfSense vs Snort
| pfSense | Snort | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | — | $2.50/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, self-hosted, Web | Linux, self-hosted |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Deployment model | hybrid | software |
| Network scope | — | network |
| Inline blocking | — | Yes |
| Encrypted traffic inspection | — | Yes |
| Threat intelligence | — | Yes |
| Supported platforms | — | linux |
Both are listed in Best Intrusion Detection and Prevention Software. On Inferse, pfSense scores higher on our published basis.