Aiven for Apache Kafka
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| Fact | Aiven for Apache Kafka | Apache Kafka |
|---|---|---|
| Integrations | Kafka Connect compatibility and a REST proxy are listed, and the service connects with other managed databases and streaming services. | Kafka Connect integrates with hundreds of event sources and sinks; the homepage names Postgres, JMS, Elasticsearch, and AWS S3 as examples. |
| Security | Kafka connections can use mTLS and/or SASL authentication with ACL authorization, and data at rest is encrypted on disk or object storage. | The project describes Kafka as secure; the ASF directs vulnerability reports to its security page. |
| Support | The plan comparison lists Basic support for Free and Developer plans and Advanced and Premium support for Professional. | The Apache Software Foundation says it does not provide formal or commercial support for its software packages. |
Aiven for Apache Kafka plans
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- Professional$180 a month
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Pick Aiven for Apache Kafka if…
It suits teams that need managed Kafka for streaming workloads and want integrations such as Kafka Connect or a REST proxy. The Free plan may suit small-scale use within its throughput, retention, and topic limits.
Pick Apache Kafka if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.