AWS App Runner vs VMware Tanzu Platform comparison

Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Broadcom are both solutions in the Development Platforms category. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is ranked #6 with an average rating of 9.0, while Broadcom is ranked #3 with an average rating of 8.7. Amazon Web Services (AWS) holds a 3.9% mindshare in DP, compared to Broadcom’s 15.2% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of Amazon Web Services (AWS) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Broadcom users who would recommend it.

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between AWS App Runner and VMware Tanzu Platform based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Development Platforms solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

AWS App Runner

Ranking in Development Platforms

6th

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.8

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

VMware Tanzu Platform

Ranking in Development Platforms

3rd

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.6

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Build Automation (14th), PaaS Clouds (11th), Cloud Management (25th), Container Management (5th), Service Mesh (7th), Agile and DevOps Services (3rd)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Development Platforms category, the mindshare of AWS App Runner is 3.9%. The mindshare of VMware Tanzu Platform is 15.2%, down from 23.0% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Development Platforms Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
VMware Tanzu Platform	15.2%
AWS App Runner	3.9%
Other	80.9%

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reviewer2677686

Senior Java Consultant at a comms service provider with 1,001-5,000 employees

Automated processes have led to significant cost savings and efficiency improvements

There are too many technical details for a single developer to know, making it overwhelming. It would benefit from a roadmap wizard or templates to guide developers. AWS App Runner should have a wizard and templates to simplify creating a REST service. Developers need clearer guidance to avoid spending excessive time understanding the system.

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ErmiasGirma

Cloud Infrastructure Engineer at Safaricom Ethiopia plc

Has supported container-based deployments and improved infrastructure visibility through monitoring tools

Aria Operations, formerly known as VMware vRealize Operations, has been renamed to vROps. We are currently using this for monitoring purposes. For orchestration, we are using VCD to automate Telco Cloud. VCD is an automation tool, and we are also using VMware Tanzu Platform for the Kubernetes environment, alongside TKG, Tanzu Kubernetes Grid. These are also other solutions for the Tanzu Kubernetes environment. For Telco Cloud, we are using it to automate our company's operations, which is for a telecom company. We are familiar with these products, especially vCenter, ESXi, VCD, vCF, and vROps. It is very easy to integrate applications when we deploy vCenter and ESXi since we can enable vSphere with Tanzu feature. We can build namespaces and provide application developers the platform to deploy their applications on pods within containerization. We can easily manage, pull results, and create containers efficiently, making it a simple way to handle applications. We provide namespace labels for application developers, and we can manage their resources along with other aspects easily. Regarding security, we use many tools such as CDX and LDAP, AD for integrating our Kubernetes cluster with the developer teams. We can manage roles and permissions simply. It is very straightforward to integrate with EDX and other third-party tools, Active Directory, to the Kubernetes cluster, allowing easy access and management.

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

Pros

"Our company realized tremendous cost savings by eliminating the need for a separate DevOps team."

"I like that the solution is easy to start with."

"The Tanzu platform is highly available, scalable, and flexible."

"A feature we find valuable is that other products can also be integrated with Mission Control. This means that we can see the status of specific clusters, as well as view the monitoring application logs all from one point."

"There are a lot of services available in VMware Tanzu Application Service, such as databases and application servers. You have everything you need in one application and you do not need to search outside of the solution."

"The valuable feature I have found to be the management of Kubernetes clusters in a private cloud or public clouds, such as Azure or Google Cloud Platform."

"The most important feature of Tanzu Mission Control is its integration with the other products, especially with ESX and vSAN. This is a strong part of Tanzu Mission Control. In other solutions, such as OpenShift or Kubernetes, you can find similar features, but they don't have similar integration. With Tanzu Mission Control, you get a total solution with only one provider. You have the integration with the infrastructure, virtualization of networking, and virtualization of storage. You have a natural integration, and you don't have the problem of integrating it with different products or providers. Sometimes, different companies have good integration, but it is not always guaranteed. For example, many years ago, Cisco and VMware were good partners in networking, but when VMware started to sell ESX, the relationship was broken. This is the problem that you can face when you are using solutions from two different companies."

"The Day 2 operations support is the most vital feature"

"Defining security metrics has proven beneficial for customers in maintaining a safe environment."

"We can build namespaces and provide application developers the platform to deploy their applications on pods within containerization, and we can easily manage, pull results, and create containers efficiently, making it a simple way to handle applications."

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Cons

"When you try to deploy some code that you've written and tested on other platforms, you should also tell the system what your configuration would be."

"There are too many technical details for a single developer to know, making it overwhelming."

"One potential area for expansion would be leveraging AI capabilities, which my customer might be interested in exploring as they grow."

"Tanzu could provide more granular control over whatever networking is being done on the containers. I would also like to see a slightly more detailed view of application-level tracing. I'm referring to the connections between different microservices. If they added a service-matching feature, that would be helpful for the customers to build or be more effective."

"Another area of improvement is pricing."

"The solution is currently focused on VMware infrastructure and I would like to see more options made available."

"I would like to see additional support for things outside of Cloud Foundry."

"Tanzu provides better manageability as compared to OCP, but when it comes to tagging it with other products, it's a bit rigid. If I have to bring in any new product or something out of the box from a different vendor, working with Tanzu becomes a little difficult. For example, if I want to use the F5 services, I have to add one more layer of Avi, but I don't want to do that. If I have a list of the products that I want to use, such as for firewall services, with Tanzu, I will have to go through another layer, which creates complexity."

"It is not easy to build a solution with containers. It has a graphical user interface, but you need to have a lot of knowledge of Linux and how to work in the command mode. Its support can also be improved. Currently, its biggest disadvantage is that it is a new product, and the clients prefer to go for a solution that has been in the market for a long time. There are not that many people who know this product."

"LYNX is a managed cluster solution that takes care of specific details within a cluster, such as sequences or services. I haven't seen this feature in Tanzu Mission Control."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"You pay as much as your infrastructure and provision are running."

"Since we were at a large data center, the price might not have been a concern for us."

"The licensing cost is expensive."

"The solution is only for large or medium size enterprises because it is expensive."

"The license for VMware Tanzu Application Service is expensive. The license should be cheaper."

"It is not the most expensive option, and I believe the capabilities align well with the value it provides."

"Its pricing is very competitive. We get around 70% or 75%, sometimes even 80%, discount on the product. I would rate it a four out of five in terms of pricing."

"The product is not expensive, but it is not cheap."

"The price of VMware Tanzu Mission Control is greater than that of Red Hat's competitor solution"

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

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Financial Services Firm

15%

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

11%

Government

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

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By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	10
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	10

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AWS App Runner?

To get AWS App Runner up and running, significant resources and expertise are necessary. One individual must have sufficient knowledge, which can be costly for startups but feasible for larger comp...

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What needs improvement with AWS App Runner?

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What is your primary use case for AWS App Runner?

I use AWS App Runner as a development platform. I create a service locally with Docker containers, and then I'm able to start it up to test. If I need to make a backup, I just put it on a different...

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Which is better - OpenShift Container Platform or VMware Tanzu Mission Control?

Red Hat Openshift is ideal for organizations using microservices and cloud environments. I like that the platform is auto-scalable, which saves overhead time for developers. I think Openshift can b...

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What do you like most about VMware Tanzu Mission Control?

It definitely gives the end customer a good overview and perspective of running applications in terms of overall workload footprint. TMC provides a very detailed description of your cloud-native ap...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for VMware Tanzu Mission Control?

The price of VMware Tanzu Mission Control is greater than that of Red Hat's competitor solution. I would rate the pricing of VMware Tanzu Mission Control as four out of ten.

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Comparisons

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Compared 9% of the time

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Compared 8% of the time

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Compared 6% of the time

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Compared 5% of the time

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Also Known As

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Tanzu Application Catalog, Application Platform, Application Service, Hub, Mission Control, Service Mesh, Build Service, Concourse for VMware Tanzu

Overview

AWS App Runner is primarily used for deploying and scaling web applications and APIs, known for its seamless integration with GitHub, automatic scaling, and serverless nature.

AWS App Runner allows efficient deployment and scaling of web applications and APIs by offering automatic scaling without complex configurations. It smoothly integrates with other AWS services and simplifies the transition from development to production. Users value its serverless nature, reducing operational overhead, and its capacity to manage containerized applications and handle traffic spikes effectively.

What are the key features of AWS App Runner?

Automatic Scaling: Adjusts resources as needed without manual intervention.
Seamless Integration: Easy connection with GitHub and other AWS services.
Ease of Deployment: Simplifies the setup process for containerized applications.
Robust Monitoring: Enhances operational efficiency with comprehensive monitoring capabilities.
Cost-Effective: Offers an affordable solution for many users.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in reviews?

Reduced Operational Overhead: Allows focusing on core applications.
Traffic Management: Efficiently handles traffic spikes and reduces downtime.
Resource Efficiency: Effective management of resources through AWS integration.
Ease of Transition: Smooth transition from development to production.
Cost Savings: Notable for its cost-effective pricing model.

In industries like e-commerce and tech startups, AWS App Runner streamlines deploying and managing web applications, enhancing scalability and operational efficiency. Healthtech and fintech sectors also benefit from its ability to handle containerized applications and significant traffic, aiding in maintaining continuous service delivery.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

VMware Tanzu Platform is designed for cloud-native development and management of Kubernetes, CI/CD processes, microservices, and containerized workloads. It supports deployments both on cloud and on-premises, providing centralized management via Mission Control.

VMware Tanzu Platform offers seamless integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN, supporting centralized cluster management and lifecycle management. The platform provides a GUI for monitoring CI/CD pipelines and network policies, enhancing multi-tenancy and Day 2 operations. Users can easily manage Kubernetes clusters, monitor applications, and integrate with tools such as GitHub, GitLab, Cloud Foundry, and Azure. It ensures compliance and security for service providers, financial institutions, and businesses.

What are the key features of VMware Tanzu Platform?

Integration with vSphere, ESX, and vSAN: Enhances compatibility and flexibility.
Seamless Cluster Management: Centralized control over Kubernetes clusters.
CI/CD Pipelines and Network Policies: Simplifies monitoring and management.
Multi-tenancy Support: Facilitates resource sharing among multiple users.
Comprehensive Lifecycle Management: Streamlines deployment and scalability.
Observability Platform: Provides enhanced visibility and control.

What benefits and ROI should users look for in VMware Tanzu Platform reviews?

Centralized Management: Simplifies operations and reduces manual effort.
Enhanced Compliance and Security: Meets regulatory requirements.
Flexibility in Deployment: Supports both cloud and on-premises options.
Seamless Integration: Works with multiple vendors and tools.
Developer-Friendly Environment: Improves productivity and innovation.

Industries such as financial institutions, service providers, and businesses requiring rigorous compliance and security deploy VMware Tanzu Platform. These entities benefit from centralized management, streamlined DevOps processes, and integrated tools, enhancing their capabilities in cloud-native developments and containerized workloads.

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Verizon, Cerner, Zipcar, Avarteq

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