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We performed a comparison between AWS CodePipeline and CircleCI based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Build Automation solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed AWS CodePipeline vs. CircleCI Report (Updated: March 2024).
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Pros
"The product is cost-effective and integrates well with the AWS environment.""AWS CodePipeline has valuable integration features.""The integration with other applications is fabulous.""It's a perfect solution if you are just using AWS.""I find performance to be the most valuable CodePipeline feature. It works perfectly and smoothly.""In AWS, the Cloud DevOps is a managed service from CodeCommit and this has removed the need for a lot of manual steps.""The most valuable feature of AWS CodePipeline is the flexibility of the configuration.""It helps develop CI/CD implementations with centralized management of code building, deployment, and version control."

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"It's a stable product.""Some of the most valuable features include container-based builds, integration with Bit Bucket and being able to store artifacts.""The ability to automate the build process in a seamless way and run workflows effortlessly. It supports parallel builds so it can scale well. Also, it covers the basics of any build and integration tool, including email notifications (especially when tests are fixed), project insights, etc.""The solution offers continuous integration and continuous delivery.""Enables us to detect exactly which build failed and why, and to push multiple builds to our production environment at a very fast rate.""The automation workflow in CircleCI related to third-party applications is very good and allows standardization of applications."

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"There could be a possibility of deploying tag-based conditions for different environments using the same code base.""In the next release, I would like to see fewer timeout errors.""The tool does not provide automated features for evidence collection.""If there are many dependancies involved in the setup, it may take a long time.""If you're talking about multi-cloud, you can't use it.""AWS CodePipeline doesn't offer much room for customization.""The product’s pricing needs improvement.""The migration process from one source code to another needs improvement."

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"Billing is a mess.""Integration with Microsoft Azure is one area for improvement. Azure is growing in its user base, and supports various cloud infrastructure components such as Service Fabric, App Service, etc. Some of Azure’s deployment models (like Kudu) require a steep learning curve, but if CircleCI would come up with such features (deployment to App Service) out of the box, it would be amazing.""There needs to be some improvement in the user interface of CircleCI.""The solution’s pricing could be better."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "The pricing of this solution is dependent upon your needs including how many jobs you daily and how many times the developer will be changing codes and completing deployments."
  • "I would rate the product's pricing a five out of ten."
  • "AWS offers free business or enterprise support services."
  • "It is a straightforward approach where you pay for the resources you consume as they offer a subscription-based licensing model."
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  • "The price of CircleCI could be less expensive."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:Both AWS solutions deliver solid options, with uniquely different features. AWS CodeStar allows for quick development, building, and deployments of apps. It also provides web application and web… more »
    Top Answer:AWS does not require upfront licenses or complex payment structures. It is a straightforward approach where you pay for the resources you consume as they offer a subscription-based licensing model… more »
    Top Answer:The solution offers continuous integration and continuous delivery.
    Top Answer:Beware of skyrocketing bills as CircleCI does not provide transparency into how they charge refills. Their monthly billing statement is almost unreadable and their online dashboard doesn't provide… more »
    Top Answer:We've had occasional connectivity issues with cloud resources and build failure due to its own internal system setup and environment. That costs us credits. Support engineers do not thoroughly read… more »
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    Also Known As
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    Overview

    AWS CodePipeline is a fully managed continuous delivery service that helps you automate your release pipelines for fast and reliable application and infrastructure updates. CodePipeline automates the build, test, and deploy phases of your release process every time there is a code change, based on the release model you define. This enables you to rapidly and reliably deliver features and updates. You can easily integrate AWS CodePipeline with third-party services such as GitHub or with your own custom plugin. With AWS CodePipeline, you only pay for what you use. There are no upfront fees or long-term commitments.

    CircleCI's continuous integration and delivery platform helps software teams rapidly release code with confidence by automating the build, test, and deploy process. CircleCI offers a modern software development platform that lets teams ramp quickly, scale easily, and build confidently every day.
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    Expedia, Intuit, Royal Dutch Shell, Brooks Brothers
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    Computer Software Company19%
    Financial Services Firm14%
    Comms Service Provider8%
    Manufacturing Company7%
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    Financial Services Firm13%
    Manufacturing Company7%
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    Midsize Enterprise20%
    Large Enterprise40%
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    Large Enterprise64%
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    Buyer's Guide
    AWS CodePipeline vs. CircleCI
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about AWS CodePipeline vs. CircleCI and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
    765,386 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    AWS CodePipeline is ranked 4th in Build Automation with 10 reviews while CircleCI is ranked 10th in Build Automation with 5 reviews. AWS CodePipeline is rated 8.4, while CircleCI is rated 6.6. The top reviewer of AWS CodePipeline writes "A fully managed service with excellent integrations and a flexible architecture". On the other hand, the top reviewer of CircleCI writes "Unhelpful support, unclear billing, and has offers ability to track usage". AWS CodePipeline is most compared with GitLab, AWS CodeStar, Jenkins, Tekton and GoCD, whereas CircleCI is most compared with TeamCity, Tekton, Jenkins, GitHub Actions and SemaphoreCI. See our AWS CodePipeline vs. CircleCI report.

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