AWS CloudFormation
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| Fact | AWS CloudFormation | CFEngine |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2006 | 2008 |
| Limit: learning curve | G2 and Capterra reviewers describe template syntax and initial setup as difficult for beginners. | UpGuard identifies CFEngine's specialized language and operating-system nuances as producing a steep learning curve. |
| Purpose | CloudFormation models, provisions, and manages related AWS and third-party resources as infrastructure as code. | CFEngine automates infrastructure, security and compliance by continuously keeping infrastructure secure, compliant and up to date. |
| Rating on G2 | 4.4 out of 5 from 207 reviews | 4.8 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
| Rating on Gartner Peer Insights | 4.4 out of 5 from 110 ratings | 4.0 out of 5 from 2 reviews |
| Rating on TrustRadius | 8.1 out of 10 from 118 reviews and ratings | 9 out of 10 from 3 reviews |
AWS CloudFormation plans
- AWS CloudFormationFree
- CloudFormation serviceFree
- Third-party resource providersFree
CFEngine plans
- Community EditionFree
- Enterprise free trialFree
- Enterprise EditionPriced on request
Pick AWS CloudFormation if…
It suits teams managing AWS infrastructure as code, from individual instances to complex multi-Region applications, and automating infrastructure templates in CI/CD workflows. It can also suit users who need cross-account deployments or previews of proposed stack changes.
Pick CFEngine if…
CFEngine suits teams managing infrastructure across devices and systems that need policy-based configuration, security and compliance. Enterprise adds reporting, dashboards and dedicated support.