Microsoft Azure or AWS?

Amazon Web Services (AWS) vs. Microsoft Azure - which one is better?

There's no definitive answer: both Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure are worth every dollar spent. In the majority of cases, the choice boils down to the specific requirements of a business. If you're looking for a reliable Platform-as-a-service (PaaS) provider, choose Azure. If Windows integration is a necessity, the answer is the same. On the other hand, AWS would be the preferable choice if a business needs a robust infrastructure-as-a-service (IaaS).

Both AWS and Azure have a large list of IaaS and PaaS offerings. However, it would be fair to say that choosing Azure would be wise for big players, while AWS is the choice for SMBs (especially US-based ones).

Here are some most important aspects to make your choice:

• Current usage of the CSP;
• Availability of the needed services (mainly PaaS);
• Familiarity with the toolset;
• Vendor lock-in vs. open-source tech support;
• Pricing;
• Regulatory/industry compliance;

Over the last five years, many industry professionals have seen the rise of cloud computing as "unprecedented." According to Gartner, the worldwide revenue from public cloud will grow by 17% this (2022) year to $266.4 billion. This growth means that companies are increasingly relying on cloud infrastructure and cloud-native platforms for application deployment. Azure and AWS rule here.

Azure and AWS offer similar features to their customers, and both cloud products are incredibly comprehensive. Users will be able to host various applications, learn about the cloud offering, use AI and ML, and gain from open-source contributions. However, a few key differences remain, mainly in the pricing model and documentation approach.

Most Azure adopters are influenced by the availability of the larger Microsoft ecosystem, including various productivity tools, business apps, and, of course, Windows. On the other hand, AWS can be more affordable and is often the better choice for first-time adopters.?