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At a Glance
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Star Rating
(114)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.5% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Star Rating
(258)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (43.9% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
AI Generated Summary
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  • Users report that Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) excels in its orchestration capabilities, with a score of 8.9, which reviewers mention allows for seamless management of containerized applications. In contrast, Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) received a lower score of 8.4, indicating that users find it less efficient in this area.
  • Reviewers mention that GKE's access control features, scoring 8.3, provide robust security measures that are essential for enterprise environments. Conversely, users on G2 note that AKS, with a score of 8.9, offers even stronger access control, making it a preferred choice for organizations prioritizing security.
  • Users say that GKE's developer toolkit, rated at 7.7, could benefit from more comprehensive features, while AKS's toolkit, rated slightly higher at 7.8, is perceived as more user-friendly and better integrated with Azure's ecosystem, enhancing the overall development experience.
  • Reviewers mention that GKE's architecture, with a score of 8.8, is highly praised for its scalability and performance, while AKS, scoring 8.2, is seen as less flexible in adapting to varying workloads, which could impact performance in dynamic environments.
  • G2 users report that GKE's ease of setup, rated at 8.3, is straightforward but can be complex for beginners. In contrast, AKS, with a score of 8.7, is highlighted for its more intuitive setup process, making it easier for new users to get started quickly.
  • Users on G2 mention that GKE's quality of support, scoring 8.1, is satisfactory but could improve in response times. Meanwhile, AKS, with a score of 8.3, is noted for its responsive support team, which users find helpful in resolving issues promptly.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
No pricing available
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
No pricing available
Free Trial
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
No trial information available
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.5
101
8.9
141
Ease of Use
8.5
102
8.5
143
Ease of Setup
8.6
62
8.4
90
Ease of Admin
8.4
55
8.2
75
Quality of Support
8.4
92
8.1
134
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.6
53
8.3
72
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
98
9.4
133
Features by Category
8.3
23
8.6
83
Management
8.8
19
8.4
66
Feature Not Available
8.5
65
Feature Not Available
Feature Not Available
Organization
8.2
18
8.4
67
8.5
19
8.6
70
8.4
18
9.0
71
Development
7.8
20
Feature Not Available
8.3
19
8.8
69
7.9
18
Feature Not Available
8.1
19
8.5
66
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) are categorized as Container Management and Container Orchestration
Unique Categories
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has no unique categories
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is categorized as Container Networking and Service Discovery
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
25.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
31.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
43.5%
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
24.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
31.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
43.9%
Reviewers' Industry
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Information Technology and Services
27.8%
Computer Software
23.1%
Telecommunications
5.6%
Financial Services
4.6%
Computer & Network Security
3.7%
Other
35.2%
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Computer Software
21.0%
Information Technology and Services
19.6%
Retail
5.1%
Financial Services
4.7%
Banking
4.2%
Other
45.3%
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Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
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Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
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Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Alternatives
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Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
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Discussions
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Discussions
What is azure Kubernetes service aks?
1 Comment
Nikhil B.
NB
It is the managed service from the Azure for hosting Kubernetes cluster on the Azure CLoud.Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has no more discussions with answers
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) Discussions
What is Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) used for?
1 Comment
Surya K.
SK
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) is a tool that helps manage and organize your computer programs. It uses containers to neatly package each part of your...Read more
Monty the Mongoose crying
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE) has no more discussions with answers