What is the primary difference between Dynatrace SaaS and Dynatrace Managed?

The primary difference between Dynatrace SaaS and Dynatrace Managed lies in their hosting models. Dynatrace SaaS is a cloud-hosted solution, meaning that it is managed and hosted entirely by Dynatrace in their cloud infrastructure. This offers users the advantage of not needing to maintain any hardware or manage backend services; they can access the platform directly via the internet.

On the other hand, Dynatrace Managed is intended for organizations that require greater control over their environment. This is a self-hosted version, meaning that the user or the organization is responsible for deploying, maintaining, and managing the software on their own infrastructure, whether that be on-premises or in a private cloud environment.

Understanding this distinction is crucial for companies when determining which option is best suited for their operational needs and compliance requirements.