DNS & DNS-based routing
Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) vs Azure DNS Private Resolver
Route 53 Resolver endpoints and forwarding rules map to Azure DNS Private Resolver inbound and outbound endpoints with forwarding rulesets.
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Microsoft Azure |
|---|---|---|
| Service | Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) | Azure DNS Private Resolver |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | Generally available |
| What it is | The VPC's built-in recursive resolver, plus inbound and outbound endpoints and forwarding rules for hybrid DNS with on-premises networks. | Managed inbound and outbound DNS endpoints and forwarding rulesets for hybrid DNS between Azure and on-premises networks. |
| Pricing model | Per endpoint ENI-hour plus per million queries. | Per endpoint per month plus per ruleset and per million queries. |
| Docs | Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) docs | Azure DNS Private Resolver docs |
| Pricing page | Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) pricing | Azure DNS Private Resolver pricing |
| Exams | ANS-C01 Retiring SAA-C03 | AZ-700 |
Key differences
- Sharing. Route 53 forwarding rules can be shared across accounts with AWS RAM. Azure forwarding rulesets are linked to virtual networks, including across subscriptions.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Per endpoint ENI-hour plus per million queries. Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) pricing →
- Azure
- Per endpoint per month plus per ruleset and per million queries. Azure DNS Private Resolver pricing →
Certification exam mapping
| Exam | Provider | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty ANS-C01 | AWS | Specialty | retiring The exam is being retired. The last day to take it is Dec 31, 2026. Existing certifications stay active for their three-year period. |
| AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate SAA-C03 | AWS | Associate | current Italian version retires after Dec 31, 2026. |
| Microsoft Certified – Azure Network Engineer Associate AZ-700 | Azure | Associate | current |
Relevance is based on each exam's published scope, not a line-by-line objective match. Check the official study guide.
FAQ
What is the Azure equivalent of Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules)?
Route 53 Resolver endpoints and forwarding rules map to Azure DNS Private Resolver inbound and outbound endpoints with forwarding rulesets.
How does pricing compare between Route 53 Resolver (endpoints and rules) and Azure DNS Private Resolver?
AWS: Per endpoint ENI-hour plus per million queries. Azure: Per endpoint per month plus per ruleset and per million queries. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
Which certification exams cover this topic?
AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty (ANS-C01) [retiring]; AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Associate (SAA-C03); Microsoft Certified – Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700).