AWS CodeCommit vs Helix Core comparison

Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Perforce are both solutions in the Version Control category. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is ranked #4 with an average rating of 8.0, while Perforce is ranked #8 with an average rating of 7.0. Amazon Web Services (AWS) holds a 5.0% mindshare in VC, compared to Perforce’s 4.0% mindshare. Additionally, 84% of Amazon Web Services (AWS) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Perforce users who would recommend it.

AWS CodeCommit

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84% willing to recommend

Helix Core

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100% willing to recommend

AWS CodeCommit

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Executive SummaryUpdated on Aug 14, 2024

Helix Core and AWS CodeCommit are both popular version control systems with distinct advantages. AWS CodeCommit seems to have the upper hand due to its seamless integration within the AWS ecosystem and easier repository management.

Features: Helix Core offers powerful scalability, robust file management, and extensive functionalities for enterprise needs. AWS CodeCommit provides seamless integration with other AWS services, easy repository management, and cost-effectiveness for small to mid-sized projects.

Room for Improvement: Helix Core users mention a steep learning curve, occasional performance slowdowns, and complex deployment processes. AWS CodeCommit users point out limitations in branching capabilities, the need for improved notification systems, and potential integration issues outside the AWS ecosystem.

Ease of Deployment and Customer Service: Helix Core's deployment process is comprehensive but complex, often requiring dedicated support. AWS CodeCommit is praised for its straightforward deployment process. Both products have positive customer service ratings, though AWS CodeCommit receives higher marks for its self-serve options and AWS support infrastructure.

Pricing and ROI: Helix Core users report higher initial setup costs but note long-term ROI due to extensive functionalities. AWS CodeCommit is noted for its cost-effectiveness, especially with its pay-as-you-go pricing model, which is favorable for budget management in small to mid-sized projects.

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Review summaries and opinions

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Categories and Ranking

AWS CodeCommit

Ranking in Version Control

4th

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

6.7

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Helix Core

Ranking in Version Control

8th

Average Rating

8.2

Reviews Sentiment

7.9

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Software Configuration Management (8th)

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Version Control category, the mindshare of AWS CodeCommit is 5.0%, down from 7.2% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Helix Core is 4.0%, up from 1.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Version Control Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
AWS CodeCommit	5.0%
Helix Core	4.0%
Other	91.0%

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Uma Tulasi

DevOps Engineer at Huntington Bank

Seamless integration enhances team collaboration and process efficiency

The Git interfaces in AWS CodeCommit definitely need work. When we migrated our payment processing system at Huntington, we found the web UI to be basic compared to GitHub and GitLab. Simple things such as viewing directory structures or browsing through commit history and pull request flow could use serious upgrades. We had to create workarounds for features that come standard elsewhere, such as automatically assigning reviewers based on code ownership and setting up required review templates. The search functionality is another pain point, as trying to find specific code across repositories is limited. At Walgreens, we had a large mono repo for our pharmacy services code, and developers constantly complained about how difficult it was to search through it effectively in AWS CodeCommit. I also wish it had better CI/CD visualization built in.

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Daniel Kirschner

Technical Lead, Methods & Tools at Volkswagen

Configuration management features improve workflow but require a steep learning curve

I need to work more with Helix Core to identify specific areas for improvement. However, it has an extensive feature set that leads to a steep learning curve, where users need to learn quite a bit of features to work with it effectively. While its customization is not an issue, the GUI might not appeal to everyone.

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Quotes from Members

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

Pros

"AWS CodeCommit is highly user-friendly."

"What I find best about AWS CodeCommit is its seamless integration with the AWS ecosystem."

"The solution's most valuable feature is versioning."

"The most valuable feature of AWS CodeCommit is that it acts as a code repository with code versioning and approval features similar to those found on GitHub."

"AWS CodeCommit's user interface is nice, and it's easy for people to pick up."

"It helps us to install our code idea projects."

"AWS CodeCommit is highly user-friendly."

"The solution scalable."

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"I find the configuration management features of Helix Core particularly valuable."

"The customer service and support are excellent."

Cons

"The Git interfaces in AWS CodeCommit definitely need work. When we migrated our payment processing system at Huntington, we found the web UI to be basic compared to GitHub and GitLab."

"There are some options in Bitbucket that are not available in AWS CodeCommit. For example, code reviewer. We can't add a code reviewer in AWS CodeCommit, and we can't fork the repository online. These are the two things that Bitbucket has, but the solution doesn't have. Also, Jira has a debugging option that AWS CodeCommit doesn't have. Another thing is that Bitbucket charges three dollars per month per user. Compared with AWS CodeCommit, that only charges one dollar per month. So, AWS CodeCommit is cheaper than Bitbucket. But it does not have enough features that Bitbucket has. Additionally, it will be good if you upload one video or documentation on how to use AWS CodeCommit for beginners. That will be more helpful. There you can add more details about pricing. There are not many details about pricing. Bitbucket has a table where they have mentioned everything in detail, like, what features for how much price, how much longer you can use and how many users can use."

"There is room for improvement in Insight Analytics."

"The tool should improve its UI."

"Migration in and out of CodeCommit should be improved."

"There is room for improvement in how AWS CodeCommit handles mass changes, like Fortran, which is designed to make these alterations in a friendly manner across AWS requirements."

"Lately, it is turning out to be a little expensive. The market is preferring Azure because it offers resources at a much cheaper price."

"When I compare code, AWS has a cap on the file size, and that size is pretty small compared to what GitHub and GitLab provide."

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"It has an extensive feature set that leads to a steep learning curve, where users need to learn quite a bit of features to work with it effectively."

"However, it has an extensive feature set that leads to a steep learning curve, where users need to learn quite a bit of features to work with it effectively."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"AWS CodeCommit is competitively priced against all the other competitors."

"The solution is expensive."

"As for pricing, you can add the table in detail. You can visit Bitbucket or refer to any other tools. There, you can see what is the difference between your pricing and other prices. You have only mentioned it in a single line. Other tools have been mentioned in a table format, like, how many users, premium, normal accounts, and other things."

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Top Industries

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Financial Services Firm

13%

University

Manufacturing Company

Government

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Company Size

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Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	8
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	3

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for AWS CodeCommit?

AWS CodeCommit is actually one of the cost-effective AWS services. It follows a straightforward pricing model where you pay for users and storage. With around 40 to 50 developers, it ranges from $1...

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What needs improvement with AWS CodeCommit?

AWS CodeCommit is a good product to use when you also have to use CodePipeline because it is all integrated in the same system, which is beneficial. However, the integration with other code pipelin...

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What is your primary use case for AWS CodeCommit?

AWS CodeCommit is a version control system integrated directly in the cloud environment, similar to GitHub, GitLab, and other platforms. It offers every single benefit of using any other version co...

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Helix Core?

Pricing is relatively moderate at three to four out of ten. I find this cost justified for the capabilities provided by the product.

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What needs improvement with Helix Core?

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What is your primary use case for Helix Core?

We use Helix Core in our software development processes as a configuration management solution. Our typical use cases include system-level configuration management, versioning software, and managin...

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Comparisons

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Compared 14% of the time

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Also Known As

CodeCommit

Perforce

Overview

AWS CodeCommit is a fully-managed source control service that hosts secure Git-based repositories. It makes it easy for teams to collaborate on code in a secure and highly scalable ecosystem. CodeCommit eliminates the need to operate your own source control system or worry about scaling its infrastructure. You can use CodeCommit to securely store anything from source code to binaries, and it works seamlessly with your existing Git tools.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Perforce, the Fast Software Configuration Management System, is a tool that versions and manages source code and digital assets for enterprises. Perforce is easy to install, learn and administer; seamlessly handles distributed development; and supports developers across a large number of platforms. Perforce ensures development integrity by grouping multi-file updates into atomic changes, enables concurrent development, and intelligently manages multiple software releases using its Inter-File Branching system.

Perforce

Sample Customers

Edmunds, Gett, ClicksMob

Intuit, Disney, Nvidia, Ubisoft, Samsung, Vmware, Adidas, Pixar, salesforce.com, EA

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