AWS Step Functions vs Dapr
| AWS Step Functions | Dapr | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | Yes |
| Paid from | Free | $1,199/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, Web | api, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Deployment model | cloud | self_hosted |
| Human tasks & approvals | — | Yes |
| Long-running workflows | — | Yes |
| Workflow versioning | — | Yes |
| Audit logs | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Process Orchestration Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Dapr scores higher on our published basis.