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BentoML vs SAS

BentoML logo

BentoML

Machine Learning & Data Science

Build production-ready ML applications

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
SAS logo

SAS

Machine Learning & Data Science

Analytics, AI and data management software

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Each has a real cost: BentoML core BentoML framework is Apache 2.0 and free, but the managed BentoCloud enterprise tier has no published pricing: the README instructs buyers to sign up for personal access or contact sales for enterprise use, with no rate card shown.; SAS sAS publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver; the how to buy page offers only a customized price quote based on your requirements and deployment preferences
  • They diverge on capability: BentoML covers Model packaging, SAS covers Statistical analysis.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which BentoML and SAS actually diverge.

Attributes where BentoML and SAS differ
AttributeBentoMLSAS
Pricing modelfreemiumsubscription
PlatformsLinux, Mac, WindowsLinux, Windows, Web
Founded20191976

Identical on both: starting price (Free), free tier (Yes), user rating (Not yet rated), category (Machine Learning & Data Science).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in BentoML

  • Model packaging
  • REST API generation
  • Adaptive batching
  • Multi-framework support
  • Container deployment
  • PyTorch
  • TensorFlow
  • scikit-learn

Only in SAS

  • Statistical analysis
  • Machine learning
  • Forecasting
  • Text analytics
  • Optimization
  • Python
  • R
  • Hadoop

Both cover

  • Linux support
  • Windows support

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

BentoML

  • Machine learningnot SAS
  • Data analysisnot SAS
  • Model trainingnot SAS
  • Predictive analyticsnot SAS

SAS

  • Regulated statistical analysis and clinical reportingnot BentoML
  • Enterprise data management, visualization and decisioning on one licensed platformnot BentoML

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

BentoML

  • Core BentoML framework is Apache 2.0 and free, but the managed BentoCloud enterprise tier has no published pricing: the README instructs buyers to sign up for personal access or contact sales for enterprise use, with no rate card shown.

SAS

  • SAS publishes no rate, no minimum and no named cost driver; the how to buy page offers only a customized price quote based on your requirements and deployment preferences
  • Most new and existing customers are routed through authorized resellers rather than buying direct
  • Cloud marketplace purchases require choosing between pay as you go and bring your own licence, each with different licensing terms

Pricing, plan by plan

BentoML

Free
  • Open SourceFree
    • Model packaging
    • API creation
    • Local serving
  • BentoCloudFree
    • Managed deployment
    • Auto-scaling
    • Monitoring

SAS

Free
  • SAS OnDemand for AcademicsFree
    • Academic use
    • Core SAS
  • SAS ViyaFree
    • Full platform
    • Cloud-native
    • AI/ML

Which should you pick?

Choose BentoML if

  • You need model packaging.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Linux, Mac, Windows.
  • You also want rest api generation.
BentoML review

Choose SAS if

  • You need statistical analysis.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Linux, Windows, Web.
  • You also want machine learning.
SAS review

Questions people ask

Is BentoML or SAS better?
Neither clearly leads. BentoML starts at Free and SAS at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, BentoML or SAS?
BentoML starts at Free and SAS at Free.
Does BentoML or SAS run on more platforms?
BentoML runs on Linux, Mac, Windows. SAS runs on Linux, Windows, Web.
Can I use BentoML for free?
Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.
What is BentoML best used for?
BentoML is most often used for machine learning, data analysis, model training, predictive analytics. Of those, machine learning and data analysis are not what SAS is typically brought in for.
What can BentoML do that SAS cannot?
BentoML covers Model packaging, REST API generation, Adaptive batching, Multi-framework support. SAS covers Statistical analysis, Machine learning, Forecasting, Text analytics. Both handle Linux support, Windows support.
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