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Apache APISIX vs Microsoft Azure API Management comparison

 

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Categories and Ranking

Apache APISIX
Ranking in API Management
30th
Average Rating
8.0
Reviews Sentiment
8.2
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft Azure API Management
Ranking in API Management
1st
Average Rating
7.8
Reviews Sentiment
7.0
Number of Reviews
81
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the API Management category, the mindshare of Apache APISIX is 3.2%, up from 1.7% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft Azure API Management is 18.5%, down from 19.7% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Integration with backend systems and runtime configuration simplicity enhance operational efficiency
Apache APISIX ( /products/apache-apisix-reviews ) is easy to configure. It supports coding for filters and can integrate with many languages. Its configuration at runtime is very easy. You can configure your gateway at runtime without needing to restart the gateway to apply configurations. This is a perfect feature. The service discovery feature integrates with backend systems and provides powerful load balancing. Also, its integration with Keycloak and authorization systems is a valuable feature.
Rajiv Bala Balasubramanian - PeerSpot reviewer
Efficiently manages and monetizes API
It is a scalable solution. You can add more computing power to your APM gateway. It also gives you the ability to have VNet integrations with your on-prem. It is one of the leading products in the API management space. It is not just software for users but software to handle requests. For example, for a B2C e-commerce store, all requests that users make from within the store pass through this API gateway. So it is defined by the number of requests to the API gateway, not by the number of actual users who use it. If you look at the number of requests, it would be a lot from all the different systems we have within Pampers.

Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"I recommend Apache APISIX to others because of its many useful features."
"Azure API is scalable."
"The Azure Active Directory Synchronization is quite good."
"It’s easy to set up."
"The most valuable features are the ease of use and it is a platform that has self-enablement for the customers to be able to register themselves."
"The most valuable feature is its role as a linchpin in AI Hub architecture, enhancing data handling."
"It's easy to use compared to other products. It's easy to set up."
"I like the API Management functions."
"Allows the possibility of VPN technology to connect your gateway directly with on-prem services"
 

Cons

"The user interface is limited and does not support all features of Apache APISIX."
"The developer portal can be improved."
"I'd like to have better flexibility and more capabilities."
"Security could be improved."
"Could use clearer configuration when it comes to API policies."
"The developer console for external users could be improved, especially in the testing site."
"The hybrid part could be improved because API Management is entirely cloud-based, but some of our resources are on-prem, so formatting is an issue. Our goal is dual implementation."
"Microsoft Azure API Management could improve by having better integration with third-party solutions."
"Azure API Management could be improved with better integration with all of Microsoft's tools."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

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"It's being paid monthly."
"The solution appears cheaper because it's a cloud SaaS model."
"We pay for a yearly license."
"Since everyone is isocentric here, it is reasonable for me."
"There are additional costs to the standard licensing fees."
"Azure's pricing is very competitive compared to platforms like Apigee and MuleSoft."
"The price of the solution is reasonable compared to others."
"Microsoft is competitively priced."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
20%
Financial Services Firm
13%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Government
7%
Financial Services Firm
16%
Computer Software Company
13%
Manufacturing Company
9%
Insurance Company
7%
 

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What do you like most about Microsoft Azure API Management?
Microsoft Azure API Management is a good, comprehensive solution for enterprise implementation.
 

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Azure API Management, MS Azure API Management
 

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adnymics GmbH, LG CNS, Centrebet, netfabb GmbH, MedPlast, Accelera Solutions, Sochi Organizing Committee, realzeit GmbH, Opensistemas
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