Chef InSpec
8.0#1 in infrastructure testing toolsFrom $59 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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kubeconform
6.0#17 in infrastructure testing toolsFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | Chef InSpec | kubeconform |
|---|---|---|
| Custom resources | Users can create custom resources when the built-in resource collection does not cover a required test. | Users can configure remote or local schema locations to validate custom resources and support offline validation. |
| Installation | Chef documents native installers for Windows and Linux distributions and Habitat packages for macOS, Windows, and Linux distributions. | The official installation guide documents Linux, macOS via Homebrew, and Windows downloads. |
| Purpose | Chef InSpec tests and audits applications and infrastructure by comparing their actual state with a desired state expressed in InSpec code. | Kubeconform validates Kubernetes manifests so users can catch broken configuration before deploying. |
Chef InSpec plans
- FreeFree
- TrialFree
- Business$59 a year
- Enterprise$189 a year
- CommercialPriced on request
- Enterprise PlusPriced on request
kubeconform plans
- KubeconformFree
Pick Chef InSpec if…
It suits teams that need to express compliance or security requirements as code and assess cloud or other infrastructure. The free plan is limited to non-production, personal, non-commercial use.
Pick kubeconform if…
Kubeconform suits people validating Kubernetes manifests locally or in CI workflows. It may fit users who need custom schemas or offline validation, provided specification checks cover their needs.