What's the Difference Between AWS Transform MGN and AWS Mainframe Modernization?
Compare AWS Transform MGN and AWS Mainframe Modernization side by side — features, pricing, and ideal use cases to help you choose the right product.
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AWS Transform MGN
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AWS Mainframe Modernization
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Category
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Migration & Modernization |
Migration & Modernization |
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Description
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Rehosts source servers to AWS as native Amazon EC2 instances with continuous replication and minimal-downtime cutover |
Integrated platform to modernize, migrate, test, and run mainframe applications |
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Key features
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Pricing model
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Free for 90 days per server; then per server/hour |
Pay per vCPU hour |
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Free tier
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Yes (90 days per server) |
No |
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Expert take
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“AWS Transform MGN replicates servers to AWS with continuous block-level replication. Cut over with minutes of downtime when ready.” |
“Mainframe Modernization supports both replatforming (Micro Focus) and refactoring (Blu Age) approaches. It assesses COBOL workloads and generates migration plans.” |
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When to use AWS Transform MGN or AWS Mainframe Modernization
Use AWS Transform MGN when:
- Server migration
- Lift and shift
- Data center migration
- Cross-region migration
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Use AWS Mainframe Modernization when:
- Mainframe migration
- Application modernization
- COBOL workloads
- Mainframe testing
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