Puppet
8.4#2 in it automation softwareFrom $120 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitPuppet vs Rudder
What both publish
| Fact | Puppet | Rudder |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | It supports agent-based and agentless automation and management of complex cloud and hybrid environments. | Rudder supports Linux and Windows systems, including cloud and on-premises infrastructure; its feature page also lists Raspberry Pi agents. |
| Documentation | Documentation covers Enterprise, Continuous Delivery, security compliance and Bolt task execution, with versioned installation and administration material. | Documentation includes reference manuals, installation guides, API references, examples, YAML techniques and changelogs. |
| Integrations | Official integration listings include ServiceNow, VMware, Argo CD, Jenkins, Dynatrace, Datadog, New Relic, Splunk, Tenable Nessus and CIS Benchmarks. | GetApp lists integrations or API connections involving Slack, Ansible, Rundeck, Zabbix and OpenSCAP. |
| Rating on Capterra | 4.4 out of 5 from 24 reviews | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review |
| Rating on G2 | 4.2 out of 5 from 43 reviews | 4.3 out of 5 from 18 reviews |
| Rating on GetApp | 4.4 out of 5 from 24 reviews | 5.0 out of 5 from 1 review |
Puppet plans
- Puppet CoreFree
- Puppet Enterprise free trialFree
- Puppet Enterprise listing price$120 a month
- Puppet EnterprisePriced on request
- Puppet Enterprise AdvancedPriced on request
Rudder plans
- Rudder CoreFree
- Rudder Starter - Essential (Monthly)$4 a month
- Rudder Security Suite - Premium (Monthly)$23 a month
- Rudder Starter - Essential (Yearly)$40 a year
- Rudder Security Suite - Standard (Yearly)$200 a year
- Rudder Security Suite - Premium (Yearly)$225 a year
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.
Pick Rudder if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.