Apache Kafka vs Amazon Kinesis
Douleia Yap2025-07-18T09:33:54+00:00If you’re working with real-time data—like logs, user events, or IoT signals—you’ve probably heard of Apache Kafka and Amazon Kinesis. Both are built to handle streaming data at scale, and both are super popular. But how do you know which one’s right for you? Kafka gives you tons of control and flexibility, but it can be a lot to manage. Kinesis, on the other hand, is fully managed by AWS and easier to get started with—but you trade off some customization. So if you’re wondering, “Should I go with Kafka or Kinesis?”—you’re in the right place. Let’s break it down [...]
