Puppet
8.4#2 in it automation softwareFrom $120 a monthFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
VisitPuppet vs System Center Orchestrator
System Center Orchestrator
5.5#61 in it automation softwareFrom $1,455 a monthWebWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Puppet | System Center Orchestrator |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2005 | 1975 |
Puppet plans
- Puppet CoreFree
- Puppet Enterprise free trialFree
- Puppet Enterprise listing price$120 a month
- Puppet EnterprisePriced on request
- Puppet Enterprise AdvancedPriced on request
System Center Orchestrator plans
- Standard Edition$1,455 a month
- Datacenter Edition$3,968 a month
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 System Center Orchestrator if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.