OpenStack

What it is

OpenStack is an open-source platform for building scalable cloud computing environments. It provides a suite of services to deploy, manage, and scale virtual machines, storage, and networking.

OpenStack stands out as a comprehensive, open-source platform for building scalable cloud environments with extensive customization options.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Complex setup and configuration processes

   Requires detailed knowledge of multiple components like Nova, Neutron, Cinder for a fully functional cloud environment

2. 02

   Limited integrations with modern DevOps tools

   Compared to AWS or Azure, fewer out-of-the-box integrations with CI/CD pipelines and monitoring solutions

3. 03

   Performance overhead due to open-source nature and community support

   Customizations and patches can lead to performance issues if not managed properly

What it does well

• Scalable cloud infrastructure management

• Flexible deployment options for private and public clouds

• Extensive API support for automation

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.