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AWS AppSync

AWS AppSync handles the backend plumbing for GraphQL APIs, managing data synchronization and real-time updates without you having to maintain servers. It abstracts the complexity of connecting various data sources, letting you define schemas and resolve queries through a fully-managed interface. This setup supports scalable applications by automatically handling the infrastructure required for API delivery and data consistency.

The service currently offers a free tier for the first 12 months, making it an attractive entry point for prototyping or early-stage projects. However, this limited window means costs will begin accruing after the initial year, so long-term budget planning is essential. It suits teams committed to AWS infrastructure who want managed GraphQL capabilities but must account for the eventual transition from free usage to standard pricing models.

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  • Free tier Yes
  • Pricing Free tier
  • Regions 15 · 6 continents
  • SLA uptime 99.99%
  • Compliance 13 certifications
  • Provider health A

Decision score

54 /100
Features 20
Pricing 60
Reliability 100
Community 0
Ecosystem 93

Computed from catalog breadth, pricing, provider reliability (uptime & SLA), community signal, and ecosystem (compliance & regions). Weighted equally.

Trust & reach via AWS

Compliance
  • C5
  • CSA STAR
  • FedRAMP
  • GDPR
  • HIPAA
  • ISO 27001
  • ISO 27017
  • ISO 27018
  • ISO 9001
  • PCI DSS
  • SOC 1 Type II
  • SOC 2 Type II
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SLA uptime
  • compute99.99%
  • database99.99%
  • networking99.99%
  • storage99.99%
Global reach

15 regions across 6 continents

  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Europe
  • North America
  • Oceania
  • South America

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