# Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) vs Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Comparison

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## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the difference between Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) vs Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service is rated slightly higher than Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) by G2 reviewers, with both products excelling in different areas of container management.

| [Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-kubernetes-service-aks/reviews) | [Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-elastic-kubernetes-service-amazon-eks/reviews) |
| --- | --- |
| 4.4/5 (116 reviews) | 4.5/5 (110 reviews) |
| Enterprise | Mid-Market |
| 8.7 | 8.6 |
| 8.4 | 8.8 |
| Ease of Use (13 all-time mentions) | Scalability (7 all-time mentions) |



### How do the pricing models of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes... compare?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service receives higher reviewer satisfaction on value and pricing than Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS), as reflected in its Price/Cost-related dimension scores.

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):** In recent reviews, several reviewers cite cost management and pricing complexity as challenges, with mentions of unexpected expenses and difficulty understanding the pricing model.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service:** Reviewers note that while EKS can be costly for larger clusters, it is considered cost-effective for scaling and offers flexible compute options, with positive sentiment on value for production workloads.
- **Switching reasons:** Reviewers moving to Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service highlight improved cost control through features like spot instances and granular scaling, especially for enterprise-grade applications.



### What are the best alternatives to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...?

The top three alternatives to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service are Red Hat OpenShift, Mirantis, and Amazon Elastic Container Service.

| Product | G2 Rating (reviews) | Largest Segment | Pricing Insight | Top Reviewer-Cited Strength |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| [Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)](https://www.g2.com/products/azure-kubernetes-service-aks/reviews) | 4.4/5 (116 reviews) | Enterprise | Pricing model is complex and can lead to unexpected expenses | Ease of Use (13 all-time mentions) |
| [Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-elastic-kubernetes-service-amazon-eks/reviews) | 4.5/5 (110 reviews) | Mid-Market | Cost-effective for scaling, but can be expensive for large clusters | Scalability (7 all-time mentions) |
| [Red Hat OpenShift](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-red-hat-openshift/reviews) | 4.5/5 (306 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |
| [Mirantis](https://www.g2.com/products/mirantis-kubernetes-engine-formerly-docker-enterprise/reviews) | 4.4/5 (286 reviews) | — | — | — |
| [Amazon Elastic Container Service](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-elastic-container-service-amazon-ecs/reviews) | 4.3/5 (283 reviews) | Enterprise | — | — |



### Which Container Management features should I prioritize when comparing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...?

Buyers should prioritize scalability, ease of use, integrations, automation, and cost management when comparing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service.

- **Scalability:** Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service is cited for scalability in 7 all-time mentions, while Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is cited in 5 all-time mentions.
- **Ease of Use:** Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is cited for ease of use in 13 all-time mentions, and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service in 5 all-time mentions.
- **Integrations:** Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service is cited for integrations in 4 all-time mentions, and Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) in 2 all-time mentions.
- **Automation:** Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is cited for automation in 3 all-time mentions, and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service in 2 all-time mentions.
- **Cost Management:** Both products have recurring reviewer concerns about cost and pricing complexity, with Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) cited for cost issues in 3 all-time mentions and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service in 5 all-time mentions.



### What are the pros and cons of Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) vs Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service's headline strength is scalability, while Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is most frequently praised for ease of use.

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) strengths:** Ease of use (13 all-time mentions), features (6), scalability (5), automation (3), integration with Azure services (3), deployment ease (2), and data security (2).
- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) trade-offs:** Expensive (3 all-time mentions), complexity (2), cost issues (2), learning curve (2), and occasional bug or complexity issues.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service strengths:** Scalability (7 all-time mentions), integrations (4), availability (3), cost-effectiveness (3), documentation (3), flexibility (3), reliability (3), and automation (2).
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service trade-offs:** Expensive (5 all-time mentions), complexity (3), complex setup (3), complex configuration (2), and cost issues (2).



### Is Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Amazon Elastic Kubernetes... better for small businesses?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service is a better fit for small businesses, as indicated by its largest reviewer segment and positive sentiment from small-business reviewers.

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):** Largest segment is Enterprise; reviewers note ease of use but cite complexity and cost as challenges for smaller teams.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service:** Largest segment is Mid-Market; reviewers highlight cost-effectiveness, automation, and reduced DevOps effort as benefits for smaller organizations.



### Which Container Management platform has better integrations?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service is favored by reviewers for integrations, with more all-time mentions than Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):** Integrations are cited in 2 all-time mentions, with reviewers highlighting integration with Azure DevOps and Azure Key Vault.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service:** Integrations are cited in 4 all-time mentions, with reviewers highlighting integration with AWS IAM, VPC, and CloudWatch.



### How do Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes... compare on customer support?

Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service scores higher on Quality of Support by 0.4 points, a material difference over Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS).

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):** Reviewers describe support as responsive and helpful, but some mention the need for improved documentation and occasional delays.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service:** Reviewers consistently praise AWS support for being quick and effective, with several citing strong documentation and helpful customer care.



### Which is easier to implement, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) or Amazon Elastic Kubernetes...?

Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service score within 0.1 points of each other on Ease of Setup, indicating near parity.

- **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS):** Reviewers describe setup as straightforward, especially for those familiar with Azure, but note complexity for beginners and challenges with network configuration.
- **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service:** Reviewers report that setup is user-friendly for those experienced with AWS, but highlight a steep learning curve for Kubernetes newcomers and complexity in configuring integrations.



| | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
| **Star Rating** | 4.5 out of 5 | 4.4 out of 5 | 
| **Total Reviews** | 110 | 116 | 

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## Top Pros & Cons

### Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)

Pros:
- Scalability (6 reviews)
- Ease of Use (5 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (3 reviews)
- Complex Configuration (2 reviews)

### Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

Pros:
- Ease of Use (13 reviews)
- Features (6 reviews)

Cons:
- Expensive (3 reviews)
- Complexity (2 reviews)

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## Ratings Comparison
| Rating | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
  | **Meets Requirements** | 9.1 (94 reviews) | 8.5 (102 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Use** | 8.5 (94 reviews) | 8.5 (103 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Setup** | 8.6 (58 reviews) | 8.7 (63 reviews) | 
  | **Ease of Admin** | 9.0 (48 reviews) | 8.4 (55 reviews) | 
  | **Quality of Support** | 8.8 (91 reviews) | 8.4 (93 reviews) | 
  | **Has the product been a good partner in doing business?** | 9.3 (47 reviews) | 8.6 (53 reviews) | 
  | **Product Direction (% positive)** | 9.6 (88 reviews) | 9.5 (99 reviews) | 

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## Pricing

### Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

### Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

#### Entry-Level Pricing

No pricing available

#### Free Trial

No information available

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## Features Comparison By Category

### Container Management

| Product | Score | Reviews |
|---|---|---|
| **Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)** | 9.1/10 | 57 |
| **Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)** | 8.3/10 | 24 |

#### Management

| Feature | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
| **Access Control** | 8.9 (52 reviews) | 8.8 (19 reviews) | 
| **Network Isolation** | 9.2 (48 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 
| **File Isolation** | 9.0 (42 reviews) | Feature Not Available | 

#### Organization

| Feature | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
| **Packaging ** | 9.0 (49 reviews) | 8.2 (18 reviews) | 
| **Container Networking** | 9.1 (52 reviews) | 8.3 (20 reviews) | 
| **Orchestration** | 9.4 (51 reviews) | 8.5 (19 reviews) | 

#### Development

| Feature | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
| **Developer Toolkit** | 8.5 (42 reviews) | 7.8 (20 reviews) | 
| **Architecture** | 9.0 (48 reviews) | 8.4 (20 reviews) | 
| **Datacenter** | 9.0 (41 reviews) | 7.9 (18 reviews) | 
| **Virtualization** | 9.2 (45 reviews) | 8.1 (19 reviews) | 

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## Categories
**Shared Categories (2):** [Container Management Software](https://www.g2.com/categories/container-management), [Container Orchestration Tools](https://www.g2.com/categories/container-orchestration)




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## Reviewer Demographics

### By Company Size

| Segment | Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS) | Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) | 
|---|---|---|
| **Small-Business** | 27.1% | 24.8% | 
| **Mid-Market** | 43.0% | 31.2% | 
| **Enterprise** | 29.9% | 44.0% | 

### By Industry

#### Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)

- **Information Technology and Services:** 26.2%
- **Computer Software:** 23.4%
- **Banking:** 7.5%
- **Telecommunications:** 6.5%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 5.6%
- **Financial Services:** 4.7%
- **Automotive:** 2.8%
- **Internet:** 2.8%
- **Facilities Services:** 0.9%
- **E-Learning:** 0.9%
- **Other:** 18.7%

#### Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

- **Information Technology and Services:** 27.5%
- **Computer Software:** 23.9%
- **Telecommunications:** 5.5%
- **Financial Services:** 4.6%
- **Computer & Network Security:** 3.7%
- **Health, Wellness and Fitness:** 2.8%
- **Hospital & Health Care:** 2.8%
- **Banking:** 2.8%
- **Higher Education:** 1.8%
- **Program Development:** 1.8%
- **Other:** 22.9%

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## Alternatives

### Alternatives to Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)

- [Red Hat OpenShift](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-red-hat-openshift/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (306 reviews)
- [Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Container Engine for Kubernetes](https://www.g2.com/products/oracle-cloud-infrastructure-container-engine-for-kubernetes/reviews) — 3.8/5 stars (11 reviews)
- [Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)](https://www.g2.com/products/google-kubernetes-engine-gke/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (260 reviews)
- [SUSE Rancher](https://www.g2.com/products/suse-rancher/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (163 reviews)
- [Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)](https://www.g2.com/products/mirantis-kubernetes-engine-formerly-docker-enterprise/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (286 reviews)
- [Portainer](https://www.g2.com/products/portainer/reviews) — 4.8/5 stars (298 reviews)
- [Kubernetes](https://www.g2.com/products/kubernetes/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (159 reviews)
- [IBM Cloud Kubernetes Service](https://www.g2.com/products/ibm-cloud-kubernetes-service/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (18 reviews)
- [DigitalOcean](https://www.g2.com/products/digitalocean/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (755 reviews)
- [VMware Cloud Foundation (VCF)](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-cloud-foundation-vcf/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (715 reviews)

### Alternatives to Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

- [Red Hat OpenShift](https://www.g2.com/products/red-hat-red-hat-openshift/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (306 reviews)
- [Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)](https://www.g2.com/products/mirantis-kubernetes-engine-formerly-docker-enterprise/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (286 reviews)
- [Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)](https://www.g2.com/products/amazon-elastic-container-service-amazon-ecs/reviews) — 4.3/5 stars (283 reviews)
- [Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)](https://www.g2.com/products/google-kubernetes-engine-gke/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (260 reviews)
- [Kubernetes](https://www.g2.com/products/kubernetes/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (159 reviews)
- [DigitalOcean](https://www.g2.com/products/digitalocean/reviews) — 4.6/5 stars (755 reviews)
- [SUSE Rancher](https://www.g2.com/products/suse-rancher/reviews) — 4.4/5 stars (163 reviews)
- [AWS Fargate](https://www.g2.com/products/aws-fargate/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (96 reviews)
- [VMware vSphere](https://www.g2.com/products/vmware-vsphere/reviews) — 4.5/5 stars (778 reviews)
- [Cloud Foundry](https://www.g2.com/products/cloud-foundry/reviews) — 4.0/5 stars (19 reviews)

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## Top Discussions

### Amazon Elastic Kubernetes Service (Amazon EKS)

- Title: [How does Amazon EKS work?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/how-does-amazon-eks-work) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Yes i am agree "
- Title: [What is Kubernetes and EKS?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-kubernetes-and-eks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "EKS
As a fully-managed Kubernetes service on AWS, Amazon EKS makes it easier to construct and secure Kubernetes clusters. The service is the most reliable..."
- Title: [What components of Amazon's Elastic Kubernetes service EKS are managed by Amazon?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-components-of-amazon-s-elastic-kubernetes-service-eks-are-managed-by-amazon) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "Great great great great great great"

### Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)

- Title: [What is azure Kubernetes service aks?](https://www.g2.com/discussions/what-is-azure-kubernetes-service-aks) — 1 comment
  > **Top comment:** "It is the managed service from the Azure for hosting Kubernetes cluster on the Azure CLoud."

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**Source:** [G2.com](https://www.g2.com) | [Comparison Page](https://www.g2.com/compare/amazon-elastic-kubernetes-service-amazon-eks-vs-azure-kubernetes-service-aks)