Google Cloud Service Mesh
Managed service mesh for your complex microservices.
Overview
Google Cloud Service Mesh is a fully managed offering that provides all the benefits of Istio without the operational overhead. It helps you manage, observe, and secure services across complex microservice environments, including GKE, other clouds, and on-premises.
✨ Key Features
- Fully managed Istio control plane
- Multi-cluster and hybrid cloud support
- Rich observability with Cloud Monitoring and Tracing
- Integrated security with Certificate Authority Service
- SLO monitoring
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Fully managed Istio experience
- Deep integration with Google Cloud's ecosystem
- Based on upstream open-source Istio
Unique Value: Delivers the power of Istio as a fully managed service, reducing operational burden and integrating seamlessly with Google Cloud.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Providing a managed, reliable, and secure service mesh for applications on GKE.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Environments that are not primarily based on Google Cloud.
🏆 Alternatives
Eliminates the complexity of installing, upgrading, and operating the Istio control plane compared to self-hosting, while providing deeper integration than third-party management tools.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Google Cloud Support tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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