Azure Sphere OS vs Particle Device OS
Azure Sphere OS
azure.microsoft.comParticle Device OS
particle.ioSide by side
| Figure | Azure Sphere OS | Particle Device OS |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | — | $299/mo |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Open source | — | — |
| Web | Yes | Yes |
| Plans published | 1 | 5 |
| Spec score · IoT Operating Systems | 6.3 (#9) | 6.9 (#8) |
Plans
Particle Device OS
- FreeFree
- Basic$299 a month
- Plus$599 a month
- ProfessionalPriced on request
- EnterprisePriced on request
In their own words
Azure Sphere OS
Azure Sphere OS is a custom Linux-based operating system for supported devices, included in the Azure Sphere solution for the MT3620AN. That solution bundles a certified MCU, an Azure Sphere OS license and access to Azure Sphere Security Service; the components are sold together. Ongoing OS updates are included. Listed capabilities include over-the-air updates, fleet provisioning and certificate management. Supported protocols and interfaces are TCP/IP, Wi-Fi, UART, SPI, I2C and GPIO. Deployment is described as hybrid, and the listed platform is web. Azure Sphere is paid and has no free plan. No price is listed for the Azure Sphere solution. The offering combines hardware, operating system licensing and security service access in one package for supported devices, with provisioning and update capabilities for device fleets.
Particle Device OS
Particle Device OS has no write-up on Specifiction yet; its figures are above.