CFEngine
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VisitCFEngine vs Rex
What both publish
| Fact | CFEngine | Rex |
|---|---|---|
| Configuration management | The system manages files, processes, packages, services, users, storage and other promise types. | Rex tasks can install packages, upload configuration files, start services, and run an action when a file changes. |
| Purpose | CFEngine automates infrastructure, security and compliance by continuously keeping infrastructure secure, compliant and up to date. | Rex is an automation framework for managing local machines and remote machines over SSH. |
CFEngine plans
- Enterprise free trialFree
- Community EditionFree
- Enterprise EditionPriced on request
Rex plans
- RexFree
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.
Pick Rex if…
Rex suits administrators who want to automate local and SSH-managed systems with a Perl-compatible DSL. It may also fit teams seeking agentless, self-hosted management across its listed platforms.