No single CDN wins everywhere in 2025. This terrain map charts six platforms across performance, security, developer experience, and value — helping you find the elevation that fits your workload, budget, and architecture.
Cloudflare's free tier remains unbeatable — CDN, DDoS, DNS, SSL, and Workers at zero cost. Unless you have a specific pain point, start here.
→ Cloudflare4,200+ PoPs, Prolexic DDoS scrubbing, and carrier-grade SLAs. When uptime is non-negotiable and budget is secondary.
→ Akamai150ms global purge, Wasm edge compute, VCL configuration. Instant precision for engineering teams building dynamic edge apps.
→ Fastly450+ PoPs with seamless S3, Lambda@Edge, and Shield. Eliminates external CDN friction if you already live on AWS.
→ AWS CloudFront$0.005/GB transparent pricing, built-in image optimization, clean dashboard. Real CDN performance at indie-developer prices.
→ Bunny.netIndustry-leading WAF, advanced bot management, and DDoS mitigation. Purpose-built for apps where security outranks speed.
→ Imperva