Chef Infra
6.7#8 in configuration management toolsFrom $59 a yearAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitChef Infra vs Puppet
What both publish
| Fact | Chef Infra | Puppet |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 1981 | 2005 |
| Purpose | Chef Infra configuration management software automates infrastructure configuration and aims to keep it consistent and compliant over its lifetime. | Puppet Enterprise provides policy-driven configuration management and infrastructure automation for enterprise-scale environments. |
Chef Infra plans
- Business$59 a year
- Enterprise$189 a year
- Enterprise PlusPriced on request
Puppet plans
- Puppet CoreFree
- Puppet Enterprise free trialFree
- Puppet Enterprise listing price$120 a month
- Puppet EnterprisePriced on request
- Puppet Enterprise AdvancedPriced on request
Pick Chef Infra if…
Chef Infra suits teams managing mixed Windows, Linux, and macOS fleets that want to define and enforce configuration policies as code. It also fits organizations seeking policy testing, reporting, and CI/CD integration.
Pick Puppet if…
It suits medium and large organizations managing complex hybrid environments that need centralized automation, security and compliance. Teams managing network or edge devices should note that this is optional and requires sales contact for licensing.