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At a Glance
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Star Rating
(193)4.4 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (42.7% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers
Star Rating
(44)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (37.2% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about Azure Web App for Containers
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) excels in orchestration capabilities, with a score of 8.4, allowing for complex container management and scaling, while Azure Web App for Containers, with a score of 8.3, offers simpler deployment options but may lack the advanced orchestration features that larger enterprises require.
  • Reviewers mention that Azure Web App for Containers shines in ease of use, scoring 9.3 compared to AKS's 8.7, making it a preferred choice for teams looking for a straightforward deployment process without the steep learning curve associated with Kubernetes.
  • G2 users highlight that Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) provides robust network isolation features, scoring 8.3, which is crucial for enterprise-level applications needing enhanced security, whereas Azure Web App for Containers does not emphasize this aspect as strongly.
  • Users on G2 report that Azure Web App for Containers has a superior quality of support, with a score of 9.4, which is particularly beneficial for smaller teams or organizations that may not have extensive DevOps resources, compared to AKS's score of 8.3.
  • Reviewers say that the developer toolkit for Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is less comprehensive, scoring 7.8, which can be a drawback for developers looking for integrated tools, while Azure Web App for Containers offers a more user-friendly experience with better integration for common development workflows.
  • Users report that both products have a positive product direction, each scoring 9.6, indicating that both Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Web App for Containers are actively evolving to meet user needs, but the specific features and updates may cater to different user bases.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
No pricing available
Azure Web App for Containers
No pricing available
Free Trial
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
No trial information available
Azure Web App for Containers
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.8
168
9.4
33
Ease of Use
8.7
170
9.3
32
Ease of Setup
8.8
99
9.4
18
Ease of Admin
8.6
86
9.5
17
Quality of Support
8.4
159
9.4
31
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.9
83
9.5
17
Product Direction (% positive)
9.6
163
9.6
32
Features by Category
8.3
134
Not enough data
Management
8.9
17
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Organization
8.3
16
Not enough data
8.5
17
Not enough data
8.4
16
Not enough data
Development
7.8
18
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
7.8
16
Not enough data
8.2
17
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) and Azure Web App for Containers are categorized as Container Management
Unique Categories
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) is categorized as Container Orchestration
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
23.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
33.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
42.7%
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
30.2%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
37.2%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
32.6%
Reviewers' Industry
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Information Technology and Services
27.0%
Computer Software
20.5%
Telecommunications
6.5%
Financial Services
5.4%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
3.8%
Other
36.8%
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers
Computer Software
23.3%
Information Technology and Services
20.9%
Computer & Network Security
7.0%
Telecommunications
4.7%
Insurance
4.7%
Other
39.5%
Most Helpful Reviews
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User
G
Verified User in Information Technology and Services

- I love its features, adaptability of any endpoints, connectivity to the cloud - Azure keeps updating the features of AKS and there are lots of documents and articles if you need to integrate much-needed service - Its easy to use auto-scaling technology...

Most Helpful Critical Review
TP
Teo P.
Verified User in Building Materials

The solution configures the Kubernetes cluster as a VM. Therefore it is an IaaS and not PaaS infrastructure.

Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Martin P.
MP
Martin P.
Verified User in Computer Software

I can describe it in 3 words - shared, secured, scalable. I love that with Azure Containers, you can easily share large files with your team while only paying for the storage you use. Data is always safe while you're on the go, which was very important for...

Most Helpful Critical Review
Alternatives
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS)
Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) Alternatives
Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)
Mirantis
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Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Kubernetes Engine
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Red Hat OpenShift
Red Hat OpenShift
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Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers Alternatives
Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
Amazon Elastic Container Service (Amazon ECS)
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DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean
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Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)
Mirantis
Add Mirantis Kubernetes Engine (formerly Docker Enterprise)
Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
Kubernetes Engine
Add Google Kubernetes Engine (GKE)
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
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Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) has no more discussions with answers
Azure Web App for Containers
Azure Web App for Containers Discussions
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