Build Fast, Scale Faster: Milvus vs. Zilliz Cloud for Production AI

June 2025

Navigate the choice between open-source flexibility and managed convenience with this comprehensive comparison guide. Learn when to start with open-source Milvus and when to scale with Zilliz Cloud (fully managed Milvus), featuring:

Performance insights: How Zilliz Cloud's Cardinal engine delivers 10x faster search with AutoIndex automation
Enterprise readiness: Built-in security, compliance, and 99.95% uptime SLA vs. self-managed infrastructure
Migration strategies: Seamless transition paths from Milvus to Zilliz Cloud with zero downtime
Cost optimization: Serverless vs. dedicated deployment models and compute unit strategies for any scale

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Build Fast, Scale Faster: Milvus vs. Zilliz Cloud for Production AI

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