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Alternatives to AWS API Gateway
Common alternatives buyers consider, plus the simplest rule for when switching is worth it.
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Alternatives to AWS API Gateway
Kong
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Step-sideways / portable gateway
Preferred when you need a consistent gateway/policy model across environments and can own operations.
Apigee
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Step-up / enterprise governance platform
Chosen when governance depth and external API program needs exceed a managed gateway model.
Azure API Management
Decision brief →
Same tier / cloud enterprise gateway
Comparable option for Azure-first orgs with enterprise policy and portal needs.
MuleSoft Anypoint API Manager
Decision brief →
Step-up / enterprise program platform
Chosen when API management is part of a broader integration and governance program.
Head-to-head comparisons
AWS API Gateway vs Apigee →
Both can sit in front of APIs, but they optimize for different constraints: AWS-native speed vs enterprise governance depth and program…
AWS API Gateway vs Kong →
They solve the same gateway problem but optimize for different constraints: AWS-native managed convenience vs neutral portability across…
AWS API Gateway vs Azure API Management →
Both are cloud-native gateways used by cloud-first buyers; the difference is cloud alignment, governance operating model, and cost/scale…
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