In its 2025 Web Application and API Protection (WAAP) Leadership Compass report, KuppingerCole analyst Osman Celik recognized F5 as an overall leader. F5 was also named a leader for product, market leadership, and innovation.
The KuppingerCole Leadership Compass analyzes vendors that offer solutions protecting web applications, APIs, and associated data using WAAP solutions. The analysis dives deep into WAAP deployment models across industries and architecture types, looking at the WAAP market as an evolved segment of traditional WAF technologies.
According to Celik, “F5 WAAP is an excellent option for large enterprises looking for a WAAP solution. Its versatility across deployment models and integration with major platforms make it a strong candidate for enterprises with complex, multi-cloud environments.”
Download the report to discover what differentiates F5 among the 13 evaluated vendors.