AWS Step Functions
AWS Step Functions handles coordination for distributed applications. It manages the flow between different services, ensuring tasks execute in the right order. This service is essential for building serverless architectures that require complex logic and state management across multiple components.
It fits teams needing reliable orchestration without upfront costs, thanks to an always-free tier. The pricing starts from $1.00 per 1M requests. While the free tier covers light usage, heavier workloads will incur charges, so monitor your request volume carefully to manage costs effectively.
Pricing Tiers 3
| Tier / Plan | Price | Unit | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| USE1-StepFunctions-Request | $1.00 | per 1M requests | us-east-1 |
| USE1-StepFunctions-GB-Second | $4.56 | per 1M GB-seconds | us-east-1 |
| USE1-StateTransition | $25.00 | per 1M State Transitions | us-east-1 |
Prices in USD. Micro-prices are quoted per 1M units; "< $0.000001" marks rates below our stored precision. Subject to change — check the provider's official page for current rates.