Compare Azure API Management and Kong Konnect

At a Glance
Azure API Management
Azure API Management
Star Rating
(30)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (48.3% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect
Star Rating
(18)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (64.7% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Kong Konnect
AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that Azure API Management excels in providing a comprehensive solution for API management, with users highlighting its capabilities in scalability and advanced policy setup. Many appreciate its ability to manage APIs effectively across hybrid and multi-cloud environments, making it a strong choice for businesses looking to centralize their API management.
  • Users say that Kong Konnect stands out for its ease of setup and extensive plugin ecosystem. Reviewers mention that it comes with a variety of built-in plugins focused on security, rate limiting, and validations, which can be easily customized to meet specific needs, enhancing its appeal for developers.
  • According to verified reviews, Azure API Management has a higher overall satisfaction score, reflecting its strong performance in areas like quality of support and product direction. Users appreciate the responsive support and the product's commitment to continuous improvement, which fosters confidence in its long-term viability.
  • Reviewers mention that Kong Konnect's recent updates have introduced powerful features aimed at AI readiness and enterprise-grade security. This focus on innovation is appealing to organizations looking to leverage cutting-edge technology in their API management strategies.
  • Users highlight that Azure API Management provides a robust developer experience with its well-designed developer portal, which facilitates easy access to API documentation and management tools. This feature is particularly beneficial for teams looking to streamline their API development processes.
  • G2 reviewers note that while Kong Konnect has a slightly higher star rating, its overall user satisfaction is lower compared to Azure API Management. This suggests that while users may find Kong Konnect feature-rich, there may be challenges in areas like documentation quality and support that could impact the user experience.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure API Management
No pricing available
Kong Konnect
No pricing available
Free Trial
Azure API Management
No trial information available
Kong Konnect
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.9
25
8.8
17
Ease of Use
8.1
26
8.8
17
Ease of Setup
8.0
9
8.5
16
Ease of Admin
8.8
8
8.6
12
Quality of Support
8.2
23
8.1
17
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
8
8.8
11
Product Direction (% positive)
9.1
26
10.0
16
Features by Category
8.1
6
Not enough data
Development
8.3
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
7.5
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
Collaboration
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.3
6
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Development
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Management
Not enough data
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Security
Not enough data
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Integration Options
Not enough data
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Deployment
Not enough data
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Development - API Platforms
Not enough data
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Collaboration - API Platforms
Not enough data
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API Management - API Platforms
Not enough data
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Agentic AI - AWS Marketplace
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Traffic Management & Performance - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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Governance & Observability - AI Gateways
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.4
24
7.7
15
API Construction
8.9
21
7.6
12
8.7
21
8.7
13
8.0
20
7.2
10
8.8
20
9.0
13
API Management
8.3
21
8.7
13
8.0
22
6.8
14
8.6
22
7.7
13
7.7
20
5.7
10
8.3
20
8.8
14
Data Integration
8.9
22
7.7
11
8.5
22
6.8
10
8.2
19
8.2
11
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure API Management
Azure API Management
Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect
Azure API Management and Kong Konnect are categorized as API Management
Unique Categories
Azure API Management
Azure API Management is categorized as API Development, API Platforms, and AI Gateways
Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect is categorized as iPaaS and AWS Marketplace
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure API Management
Azure API Management
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
13.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
48.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
37.9%
Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
5.9%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
64.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
29.4%
Reviewers' Industry
Azure API Management
Azure API Management
Information Technology and Services
34.5%
Marketing and Advertising
10.3%
Telecommunications
6.9%
Non-Profit Organization Management
6.9%
Computer Software
6.9%
Other
34.5%
Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect
Information Technology and Services
23.5%
Banking
17.6%
Insurance
11.8%
Computer Software
11.8%
Consulting
5.9%
Other
29.4%
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Discussions
Azure API Management
Azure API Management Discussions
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Azure API Management has no discussions with answers
Kong Konnect
Kong Konnect Discussions
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Kong Konnect has no discussions with answers