Cloudflare's DMARC offering, while integrated into its broader security ecosystem, is currently in beta. We've found that its DMARC features are still maturing, focusing on core reporting functionality rather than advanced, specialized DMARC configurations.
Its strength lies in leveraging Cloudflare's existing global network and DNS infrastructure to provide initial DMARC visibility, which is a natural fit for existing Cloudflare users. However, the specialized DMARC features we expect from a dedicated tool are still in development.
Kevlarr, on the other hand, is built from the ground up for DMARC monitoring. We observed a dedicated focus on parsing DMARC reports, identifying sending sources, and providing clear insights into email authentication.
Its feature set is specifically tailored to DMARC management, offering robust tools for forensic analysis, forward detection, and spoofing identification, which are critical for comprehensive email security. We appreciate its granular approach to DMARC data.
How easy is each product to use
User experience
Integrating DMARC into the Cloudflare dashboard means the user experience is consistent with their broader platform. For existing Cloudflare users, this familiarity is a plus, as it consolidates security and network management.
However, we've noted that DMARC-specific configurations can feel less intuitive for those unfamiliar with Cloudflare's general interface, potentially requiring a steeper learning curve to navigate its specific DMARC settings and decipher the information presented.
Kevlarr excels in its DMARC-focused user interface, which we found to be clean, intuitive, and designed for clarity. The dashboard makes it easy to quickly grasp the DMARC status of domains, understand authentication issues, and identify potential threats.
Its streamlined approach ensures that even less technical users can effectively monitor and manage their DMARC policies without getting bogged down in complex data. We appreciate the directness and lack of unnecessary clutter.
Which product has the best support
Support
Cloudflare's support structure is tiered, with premium support available for higher-tier plans. For DMARC, especially during its beta phase, we experienced that general support primarily relies on extensive documentation and community forums.
Direct technical assistance for DMARC specific issues can be slower or require escalating through their broader support channels, which aligns with feedback from other Cloudflare product users regarding support response times and depth.
We found Kevlarr's support to be responsive and knowledgeable, with a clear understanding of DMARC complexities. Their team is accessible for assistance with configuration and interpretation of reports, which is a significant advantage for a specialized tool.
Feedback suggests a more personalized support experience, especially important when dealing with critical email deliverability and security issues. This dedicated DMARC expertise is a definite plus for users needing specific guidance.
Who should use each product
Suitability
Cloudflare's DMARC solution is most suitable for existing Cloudflare customers, particularly enterprises and larger SMBs, who can integrate DMARC management into their existing security and network infrastructure. It's an additional layer for those already using Cloudflare.
It's less ideal for organizations seeking a standalone, highly specialized DMARC solution or those not already invested in the Cloudflare ecosystem. MSPs might find it challenging to manage multiple client domains without enterprise-level Cloudflare accounts, as the DMARC features are part of a broader platform.
Kevlarr is highly suitable for organizations of all sizes, from SMBs to enterprises, that prioritize dedicated and easy-to-understand DMARC monitoring. Its focused nature means DMARC is the star of the show.
It's particularly well-suited for MSPs, offering a multi-tenancy model to manage DMARC for numerous client domains efficiently. Its focused approach makes it an excellent choice for those who need clear insights into email authentication without the overhead of a broader security platform.
How does Cloudflare compare with Kevlarr?
DMARC report analysis
Aggregate and forensic report parsing and visualization.
Available, but still in beta and part of a larger security platform.
Core offering with clear, user-friendly visualization.
Source detection
Identifies all sending sources utilizing your domain.
Integrates with existing Cloudflare traffic analysis.
Specialized DMARC analysis for detailed source identification.
Forward detection
Distinguishes between legitimate forwards and spoofing attempts.
Aims to identify forwarded emails, part of DMARC parsing.
Dedicated features to accurately classify forwarded email flows.
Spoof detection
Alerts on unauthorized use of your domain for sending email.
Leverages DMARC policies to detect and flag spoofing.
Central to its DMARC focus, providing detailed spoofing insights.
Notifications and alerts
Real-time alerts for DMARC policy changes or threats.
Configurable alerts within the Cloudflare dashboard.
Automated alerts for immediate attention to DMARC issues.
Reporting
Provides comprehensive reports on email authentication status.
Standard DMARC reports, integrated with other Cloudflare metrics.
Offers excellent, client-ready reports for clear insights.
API
Allows programmatic access for integration and automation.
Extensive API for broader Cloudflare services, DMARC specific APIs evolving.
API designed specifically for DMARC automation and integration.
Multi-tenancy
Manages multiple client domains from a single interface.
Available for its general platform, less explicit for DMARC in beta.
Designed with MSPs in mind, offering strong multi-tenancy support.
SPF flattening
Reduces DNS lookup count for SPF records.
Often available as part of broader DNS management features.
Highlights SPF issues and aids in managing record complexity.
Hosted DMARC
Manages DMARC records on your behalf.
Provides tools for DMARC record management.
Offers simplified DMARC record configuration.
BIMI
Brand Indicators for Message Identification support.
Likely supported as part of advanced DNS and email security.
Supports BIMI implementation and monitoring.
MTA-STS/TLS-RPT
Support for secure email transport protocols.
Part of a comprehensive security suite.
Integrates monitoring for these critical email security standards.
Blocklists and reputation
Monitors domain and IP reputation against blocklists.
Robust reputation services for general web traffic, indirectly for email.
Helps identify sources that might negatively impact email reputation.
AI copilot
AI-powered assistance for DMARC management and insights.
Various AI tools across Cloudflare platform, specific DMARC AI is emerging.
Utilizes AI to filter noise and focus on critical DMARC data.
DNS monitoring
Monitors DNS records for changes and health.
Core functionality as a leading DNS provider.
Monitors DNS records relevant to email authentication.
Self hostable
Option to host the DMARC solution on your own infrastructure.
SaaS offering.
SaaS offering.
Free trial/free tier
Availability of a free version or trial period.
DMARC Management is currently in beta (free); Cloudflare has general free plans.
Offers free DMARC monitoring and trials for specific features.
Drawbacks and what to watch out for
When considering drawbacks, Cloudflare's DMARC offering, being in beta, means evolving features and potential limitations compared to mature, dedicated solutions. Its support structure, while robust for its entire platform, can be less direct for DMARC-specific issues. For Kevlarr, some users have noted the user interface could be more intuitive in certain areas, and there's a desire for more extensive statistics and graphs. Additionally, a limited number of reviews on G2 might make some hesitant.
We have pulled the average ratings from G2 for each product, and also included the most recent negative reviews for each product in full. Positive reviews tend to have less detail and have a higher chance of being fraudulent, so negative reviews are a better signal for your decision.
4.5 / 5(561)
4.8 / 5(16)
Horrible Support and Billing - They run with your money and don't care to get billing correct
0.0 / 5
What do you like best about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
Ease of deployment, dashboard and configurations for the WAF, Cache, and other features are top tier with ease, settings, and logging. Just don't have an issue with them or you're on your own. Also, don't keep a credit card on file or they'll bill you for their mistakes.
What do you dislike about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
Customer support and billing. Their support does not read what you have to say but rather comes in with their own interpretation of what has happened and forces their views on your issue rather than trying to understand exactly what is happening. On two occassions in the last few months I have had this happen when I encountered an issue with the core product and their billing.
The billing should be detailed further as it is sketchy business practices. Back in April they changed their billing software and charged me incorrectly for a month as it included the previous month as well (which I already paid). I brought this to their attention and the billing support assured me that it was not a problem. Come last week, they limited my account as I "had unpaid biling" so I contacted them again and brought attention to this wrong invoice that they never corrected. Come yesterday, they just charged my credit card on file without my authorization or explanination of what is going on. I've replied to the open ticket and created a new ticket and no one is answering.
I don't want to be a drama case but this is ridiculous to have been charged something from months ago and not be given an explanation.
What problems is Cloudflare Application Security and Performance solving and how is that benefiting you?
Improve the security and performance of our websites/applications. Their configurable/customizable WAF, CDN/Caching, bot mitigation, and DDoS protection accomplish this for our websites/applications.
Jim M.
Owner Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Prevent unauthorized use of our customers mail domain!
4.0 / 5
What do you like best about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
It is a fine tool to get a clear understanding of the mailflow of the protected domains. The tool is easy to use and support of Kevlarr is outstanding if you need some help.
What do you dislike about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
At this moment i can't say there is something i dislike or missing.
What problems is Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring solving and how is that benefiting you?
The tool makes sure we get insights in the mailflow of our mail domains. We find that many smaller companies do not now what parties are mailing on their "behalf".
Ramon N.
Senior System Administrator Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Support very unresponsive. Not understanding P1 urgency. Delayed project 3 whole days.
0.0 / 5
What do you like best about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
The website is intuitive, implementation steps are straightforward. It has numerous features, and they are indeed needed by a web app.
What do you dislike about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
If your implementation goes well, it's fine. However, if you are in trouble, the support doc is useless. You pay for the pro plan to try to get some technician support. No one cares about your business or service, even if you identify it as a P1 urgency. My project was down and could not get anyone to help me when I identified it as a high-impact ticket.
What problems is Cloudflare Application Security and Performance solving and how is that benefiting you?
The ticket support system is horrible. No technicians provide you with timely manner answers and support. Not worth the price.
Andrew Z.
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Great insights over mutliple email domains and the health of it
4.0 / 5
What do you like best about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
It gives great insights in our email flow, the health of it and it is easy to use. The reports provide are good for the email health.
What do you dislike about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
For now I don't have any dislikes, if I would have them I would contact the company and they will assist me.
What problems is Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring solving and how is that benefiting you?
it provides us insights on the email protocol and If the configuration is correct. Based on the reports we can take action if needed
Verified User in Legal Services
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
WAF is good, but so many half baked side features
2.5 / 5
What do you like best about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
The WAF is pretty industry standard. Its not too slow, gets regular updates, easy to deploy and cheap
What do you dislike about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
The side features are just trash. Its clear they have been shipped and dropped.
Cloudflare Bot Detection should not exist. Its not even funny how easy it is to bypass.
Page Shield is a joke, their API security is a joke.
What problems is Cloudflare Application Security and Performance solving and how is that benefiting you?
OWASP top 10
Verified User in Computer Software
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Perfect tool to configure and monitor DMARC and SPF settings
4.5 / 5
What do you like best about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
Kevlarr helped us configure DMARC and SPF settings, beside that it reports configuration errors.
What do you dislike about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
None worth mentioning at this time, lot of features build in their main product, premium features are paid per domain (upsell opportunity!).
What problems is Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring solving and how is that benefiting you?
Fast and easy configuration of DNS settings and monitoring.
Martien W.
CEO Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Love the product- support could use some work
2.5 / 5
What do you like best about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
Super easy to use. Very developer friendly. Tons of value for price. Undoubtedly #1 in WAF.
What do you dislike about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
Could use some better support. No direct channels for tech questions.
What problems is Cloudflare Application Security and Performance solving and how is that benefiting you?
It's providing great security for our web app.
Verified User in Computer Software
Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
Great tool to link all your domain names, easy and clear DMARC monitoring.
4.5 / 5
What do you like best about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
Easy-to-use tool to clearly view and monitor all your domain names, at a glance we see if there are any problems yes/no.
What do you dislike about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
Not applicable.
.............................
What problems is Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring solving and how is that benefiting you?
It ensures that I can immediately see what is happening email-wise with my inactive domain names and ensures that I can intervene in time if necessary.
Sjoerd v.
IT Support Engineer Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)
Don't Pay for Support
2.5 / 5
What do you like best about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
In general, cloudflare is really easy to navigate, especially for simple DNS and domain management. Unless you have a complicated setup, I find it easy enough to move a domain or simply manage DNS for most sites.
What do you dislike about Cloudflare Application Security and Performance?
Their support is terrible. Had an issue with a client's DNS and the person I was talking to clearly didn't have a clue what they were talking about. They took so long between answers, it seemed like they were just asking someone else. Ultimately, they were of no help and we were out the money we paid to have live support.
What problems is Cloudflare Application Security and Performance solving and how is that benefiting you?
Makes DNS and Security easy for most websites and domains.
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
Small-Business (50 or fewer emp.)
Instant protection against bad actors and insights in all our mailflows
4.5 / 5
What do you like best about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
Kevlarr provides a nice, easy and understandable insight into our mail flow making it very easy to address issues and find weak spots in our emailing systems.
What do you dislike about Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring?
There's currently no way to classify your domains to a certain degree.
I'd like to see classification built into the dashboard.
What problems is Kevlarr DMARC Monitoring solving and how is that benefiting you?
It helps secure our digital domain assets and gives us insight into which domains and services are being used to send emails.
Bart v.
Security Engineer Enterprise (> 1000 emp.)
Pricing
Cloudflare's DMARC service is currently in beta with no specified pricing, while Kevlarr's pricing is listed, but its DMARC-specific plans are not explicitly detailed, instead showing generic e-commerce tiers.