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Amazon CloudFront vs Cloudflare CDN
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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Visit Cloudflare CDN The facts
| Amazon CloudFront | Cloudflare CDN | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $15 a month | Pro: $20 a month |
| Plans published | 5 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | aws.amazon.com | cloudflare.com |
| On cdn services | #2 of 35 | #1 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.
Cloudflare CDN: what it does well
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