Pulumi vs Terraform
A detailed comparison to help you choose the right devops & ci/cd for your business needs.
Platform Overview
Both Pulumi and Terraform are popular devops & ci/cd solutions. Here's how they compare.
Pulumi
An infrastructure-as-code platform that uses general-purpose programming languages like TypeScript, Python, and Go to define cloud resources.
Terraform
An infrastructure-as-code tool that lets teams define and provision cloud resources using declarative HCL configuration files.
Feature Comparison
Pulumi Features
- Code in TypeScript, Python, Go, etc.
- Multi-cloud support
- State management and secrets
- Policy as code
- Component and resource abstractions
Terraform Features
- Declarative HCL configuration
- Multi-cloud provider support
- State management
- Plan and apply workflow
- Module registry
Best For
Pulumi — Best For
- Developer-friendly IaC with real languages
- Multi-cloud infrastructure management
- Teams preferring code over DSLs
Terraform — Best For
- Multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning
- Infrastructure as code workflows
- Reproducible cloud environments
Our Verdict
Both Pulumi and Terraform are excellent choices. Pulumi excels at developer-friendly iac with real languages, while Terraform shines at multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning. The best choice depends on your specific needs, budget, and technical requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Pulumi or Terraform?
Neither is universally better — it depends on your needs. Pulumi is best for developer-friendly iac with real languages, while Terraform excels at multi-cloud infrastructure provisioning. We can help you evaluate which fits your business.
Can I switch from Pulumi to Terraform?
Yes, migration is possible. The complexity depends on your current setup and data. Our team can plan and execute a smooth migration with minimal downtime.
Can I use Pulumi and Terraform together?
In many cases, yes. Pulumi and Terraform can complement each other depending on your architecture. We can advise on the best integration strategy.
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