Istio vs Zero Networks Segment
| Istio | Zero Networks Segment | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, self-hosted | api, Web |
| Free plan | Yes | — |
| Deployment model | — | hybrid |
| Workload coverage | — | mixed |
| Policy granularity | — | identity |
| Kubernetes enforcement | — | Yes |
| Policy simulation | — | Yes |
| Identity-based rules | — | Yes |
| Cloud environment | — | hybrid |
Both are listed in Best Microsegmentation Software. On Inferse, Zero Networks Segment scores higher on our published basis.