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Apache Web Server vs Microsoft .NET Framework comparison

 

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Mar 5, 2025

Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

Apache Web Server
Ranking in Application Infrastructure
3rd
Average Rating
8.6
Reviews Sentiment
7.6
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
Microsoft .NET Framework
Ranking in Application Infrastructure
4th
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
53
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of April 2025, in the Application Infrastructure category, the mindshare of Apache Web Server is 10.5%, up from 10.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Microsoft .NET Framework is 5.8%, down from 6.9% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
Application Infrastructure
 

Featured Reviews

Sakthivel Veeramuthu - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to optimize for high performance and handle heavy traffic
Most of the features I liked were related to the performance during peak hours. Because I needed to optimize the Apache web server to run it as a high performer during my customers' usage, then I needed to reduce my Apache web server resource usage for that. So that part of the thing is what I was more interested in doing. So, I mainly liked the performance and security.
Pavan Kodur - PeerSpot reviewer
Intuitive, easier to develop, maintain, and migrate from the old framework to newer versions
There are a few areas where they could compete better with products like React or Angular – the popular SPA (Single Page Application) frameworks. Microsoft has its own product called Blazor, but I don't think it's quite as powerful yet as React or Angular. I think that's an area for improvement. For example, HR asked me to build something that worked offline and online. Microsoft products don't really support that well, as I'd have to rely on browser databases. React and Angular are better for that. If I need something faster, I'd definitely use React. So, I see Microsoft lagging a bit in that area.

Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"The product's initial setup phase is straightforward."
"The product is very cheap and stable."
"The solution offers good security."
"It is scalable."
"Apache has proven to be incredibly reliable, and everything has operated smoothly without encountering any issues."
"The most significant advantage is the ability to swiftly enable HTTPS services when my DNS is configured correctly."
"Apache Web Server is free of cost."
"The open-source nature is one of its most significant advantages."
"A great solution for creating program solutions in a framework for Microsoft Windows quickly and easily."
"The tool offers a lot of support, and there is a lot of knowledge material available, along with a lot of community groups."
"Microsoft Platform is the only viable solution when I wish to do something that is not supposed to be cross-platform."
"The web development and Microsoft Windows service development capabilities are among the most valuable features offered by the Microsoft .NET Framework. This language platform is highly user-friendly, with plenty of online examples and information available, as well as a robust development environment."
"In-built refactoring and .Net profilers are the most valuable features of the solution."
"The solution's technical support is very good...The product's initial setup phase was easy."
"Basically, .NET is simply is the easiest programming language to use, based on my experience."
"The .NET Framework is easier to use because it provides a wide range of libraries."
 

Cons

"It would be great if technical support for Apache were available in Iran. It is a very important need."
"In future releases, I would like to see better server optimization."
"The interface has room for improvement."
"There isn't a dedicated customer support available"
"There is a security-related problem that depends on the web server's configuration."
"A monitoring interface would be great for this product. The monitoring dashboards for Apache's models are not included in the basic installation. You can install the basic monitoring model, then connect this model to another monitoring system."
"The major issue occurs with ports. So, I would like to see easier port management."
"I want the user interface to be more user-friendly."
"They could enhance support for Python within Visual Studio, as integrating Microsoft products with other frameworks can present a steep learning curve."
"The runtime environment for ASP.NET needs improvement to make it more universal."
"The learning curve could be improved."
"The product's price is an area of concern, making it an area where improvements are required."
"This solution should include Power BI so that we don't have to use any third-party tools."
"There is room for Microsoft .NET Framework to improve cloud platform capabilities."
"The integration with DevOps tools, such as Azure DevOps, Jira, and GitLab, would be a valuable addition."
"The integration could improve in Microsoft .NET Framework."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"There is no licensing cost for the product."
"It is a free-of-cost solution."
"The apache software is free, open-source."
"It is an open-source solution."
"Microsoft .NET Framework is free of cost."
"It's an expensive solution"
"Microsoft .NET Framework is a free, open-source solution."
"For the moment I can only give the product a rating of five out of ten since only some of the customers will be satisfied, those that have the financial resources for hosting a platform on Windows Server."
"We have an annual license, and we pay extra for extended support."
"If you want to develop an enterprise-level application, you have to purchase the enterprise-level development license."
"In the interim, there's no need to purchase videos for viewing. Microsoft has made significant moves in the .NET space, starting with their response in Visual Studio Code and now providing Visual Studio entirely for free. This is a notable shift from the past when we used to pay substantial amounts for technical subscriptions. Previously, a group of ten developers could cost several thousand dollars annually for licensing. However, the current trend is to offer these tools for free to maintain their dominance in the developer market. The market dynamics have changed, and now developers can freely download Visual Studio, making it a preferred choice over other paid options."
"Microsoft .NET Framework is licensed under the Windows License."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
17%
Computer Software Company
16%
University
8%
Manufacturing Company
8%
Construction Company
11%
Financial Services Firm
11%
Computer Software Company
11%
Real Estate/Law Firm
11%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Apache Web Server?
The product's initial setup phase is straightforward.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Apache Web Server?
Apache Web Server is a free product, with no associated setup costs or licensing fees.
What needs improvement with Apache Web Server?
There is no need for substantial improvements as we have a dedicated team managing the server, ensuring everything runs smoothly.
What do you like most about Microsoft .NET Framework?
Microsoft .NET Framework continually innovates, particularly in Visual Studio, which focuses on improving languages, debugging, and .NET functionality.
What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Microsoft .NET Framework?
The company is not paying anything for the license. I am not familiar with this area. For us, it's free.
What needs improvement with Microsoft .NET Framework?
There may be some topics regarding connectivity and management of certificates that require attention. We are currently facing some issues.
 

Also Known As

Apache HTTP Server
MS .NET Framework
 

Overview

 

Sample Customers

Cisco, Intuit, General Electric, Adobe, VMware, PayPal, HP, EMC, eBay, Apple, SAP, Qualcomm, SanDisk, Allstate, FedEx
Curtin University, Rockwell Automation, Aruba Networks, Insurity Inc., City of Barcelona, Pennsylvania DCNR, University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, A1 Telekom Austria AG, Eastman Chemical Company
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