AWS Rekognition is powerful, but it's expensive, requires complex IAM permissions, and stores your data by default. Tabu gives you a drop-in API key, zero data retention, and a beautiful dashboard.
| Feature | Tabu | AWS Rekognition |
|---|---|---|
| Integration Speed | < 5 minutes (One API Key) | Hours (Complex IAM & SDK setup) |
| Data Privacy | Processed in-memory. Zero retention. | Data is logged and stored by default. |
| Dashboard UI | Beautiful React dashboard | AWS Console |
| Human-in-the-Loop | Built-in review queue & Webhooks | Requires custom AWS A2I setup |
| Pricing (100k images) | $29 / month (Starter Plan) | ~$100 / month ($1.00 per 1k) |
| Compliance Reports | 1-click DSA Transparency Reports | Build it yourself |
Don't spend hours wrestling with AWS IAM policies and credential rotation. Tabu uses a simple Bearer token. Just drop it in your `fetch` request and you are done.
AWS often uses customer data to improve their models unless you explicitly opt out. Tabu runs an air-gapped, zero-retention architecture. Images are processed in RAM and instantly deleted.
AWS charges per API call, which can lead to massive unexpected bills if a user spams your app. Tabu offers predictable flat-rate monthly plans starting at just $29/mo.