Choosing the Best Options to Run Kubernetes on AWS in 2023
Blog post from Qovery
Running Kubernetes on AWS offers various options, each with distinct advantages and challenges to cater to different organizational needs. Self-hosted Kubernetes grants complete control over infrastructure but requires skilled personnel and incurs operational overhead. Amazon EKS delivers a fully managed service, ideal for enterprise-scale deployments, offering scalability and integration with AWS services while potentially becoming costly for extensive use. Rancher simplifies Kubernetes management, providing a user-friendly interface and comprehensive integration with AWS services, suitable for businesses of all sizes. Qovery abstracts Kubernetes complexities, presenting a developer-friendly platform that automates deployment and management, benefiting small teams seeking convenience over control. Kops offers an infrastructure-as-code approach, aligning well with existing AWS infrastructures but necessitating familiarity with infrastructure-as-code practices. Lastly, Kubeadm is lightweight and user-friendly, making it suitable for smaller teams or solo developers, although scaling may pose challenges. Each option requires an evaluation of organizational requirements and expertise to make a well-informed decision.