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Amazon CloudFront vs Azion Content Delivery
Both stand on cdn services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APIWeb
CloudFront combines global content delivery with edge customization, security controls, and AWS monitoring options. A free plan is available, while paid plans start at $15 a month per distribution.
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Azion combines content delivery, caching, edge functions, and security features, with a free Hobby plan and monthly Pro billing. Review the usage limits and annual billing commitment before choosing a plan.
Visit Azion Content DeliveryThe facts
| Amazon CloudFront | Azion Content Delivery | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Linux, Mac, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $15 a month | Pro: $25 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | aws.amazon.com | azion.com |
| On cdn services | #2 of 35 | #6 of 35 |
Amazon CloudFront: what it does well
- Free plan includes 1M requests and 100GB transfer.
- Network includes 750+ Points of Presence.
- Supports video delivery and real-time logs.
- Offers edge customization with CloudFront Functions and Lambda@Edge.
- Paid plans list no overage charges.
What to know first
- Pro starts at $15 a month per distribution.
- Flat-rate plans cannot be combined with other offers or discounts.
- Custom pricing is listed without a price.
Azion Content Delivery: what it does well
- Hobby includes image optimization and DDoS protection
- Pro costs $25 a month
- All plans include Developer Support
- Management supports Console, CLI, API, and Terraform
What to know first
- Hobby usage and resource limits apply
- Annual billing charges the full year upfront
- Enterprise pricing is custom
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