Native Cloud Provider Tools

Overview: Cloud providers (AWS, Azure, GCP) offer native backup solutions for their Kubernetes services (EKS, AKS, GKE).

Examples:

• AWS Backup for EKS

• Azure Backup for AKS

• GCP Backup for GKE

Strengths:

• Deep integration with cloud infrastructure

• Managed service (no installation required)

• Consistent with cloud provider's backup strategy

• Often includes compliance features

Limitations:

• Vendor lock-in

• Only works within the same cloud provider

• May not support hybrid or multi-cloud scenarios

• Cost can be significant for large datasets

Use Cases:

• Cloud-native deployments

• Organizations committed to single cloud provider

• Compliance requirements met by cloud provider

• Preference for managed services