BlackGuard vs FiveGuard
FiveGuard is the most recognized name in FiveM anti-cheat and offers a €100 lifetime license. BlackGuard is the newer, AI-first challenger: a dual behavioral + vision engine, every detection unlocked on every plan, from $20/mo — and unlike FiveGuard, its detection code isn't circulating on leak forums.
| BlackGuard | FiveGuard | |
|---|---|---|
| Detection approach | AI-first: behavioral + vision | AI-assisted aimbot/object detection |
| Detection categories | All 6 | Core feature set |
| Starting price | $20/mo | €40/mo (or €100 lifetime) |
| Money-back | 14-day | None |
| Frameworks | Any (framework-agnostic core; ESX/QBCore economy detection) | ESX, QBCore, vRP |
| Codebase | New, closed | Reported leaked / traded on forums |
Where BlackGuard wins
- Dual-AI engine. Behavioral AI on gameplay + Vision AI on screenshots for ESP/wallhacks — not a rule engine with AI bolted on.
- Nothing gated. Every detection on every plan; you pay for scale and support, not for safety.
- Closed, current code. FiveGuard's source has been reported leaked and openly traded on FiveM leak forums, which lets cheat developers study and bypass its detections. BlackGuard's is new and not circulating.
- Lower entry + a guarantee. $20/mo vs €40/mo, with a 14-day money-back FiveGuard doesn't offer.
Where FiveGuard is strong
Brand recognition and a long track record (it claims 1M+ bans), plus a €100 lifetime license that's attractive if you'll run one server for years and want a single payment. If name recognition and a one-time fee are your priorities, FiveGuard is the established pick.
Bottom line. Want modern dual-AI detection that isn't an openly-leaked codebase, with every detection unlocked from the cheapest plan? BlackGuard. Want the most established brand and a lifetime license? FiveGuard.
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