Amazon API Gateway
8.2#1 in api developer portal softwareFrom $1 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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webMethods API Management
6.0#19 in api management softwareWebAPISelf-hosted
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| Fact | Amazon API Gateway | webMethods API Management |
|---|---|---|
| API types | The service supports HTTP APIs, REST APIs and WebSocket APIs for persistent two-way communication. | API Gateway supports proxying existing GraphQL endpoints and provides clients with capabilities including authentication and analytics. |
| Founded | 2006 | The API Gateway factsheet says Software AG began in 1969. |
| Purpose | Amazon API Gateway is a fully managed service for creating, publishing, maintaining, monitoring, and securing APIs that connect applications to backend services. | webMethods API Gateway securely exposes APIs to external developers, partners, and other consumers for web, mobile, and IoT applications. |
Amazon API Gateway plans
- Free tierFree
- HTTP APIs$1 a month
- WebSocket APIs$1 a month
- REST APIs$3.50 a month
- API Gateway Portals$125 a month
- Pay-as-you-go—
webMethods API Management plans
- webMethods API ManagementPriced on request
Pick Amazon API Gateway if…
Amazon API Gateway suits teams connecting applications to backend services through REST, HTTP, or WebSocket APIs. It may be useful to developers who need managed monitoring, traffic controls, authorization options, or client SDK generation.
Pick webMethods API Management if…
This platform suits organizations exposing APIs to consumers, partners, and third-party developers, including internet, mobile, and IoT applications. It is intended for teams needing lifecycle controls and hybrid deployment options.