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Session Manager Plugin for the AWS CLI vs Teleport: catalog facts
Session Manager Plugin for the AWS CLI	Teleport
Free The plugin is free; it is used with AWS Systems Manager on an AWS account.	Freemium Free trial available; paid plans are arranged through sales.
Windows, macOS, Linux, Command line	Web, Self-hosted
Shell access to managed nodes through the AWS CLI Available for Windows, macOS and Linux	Single identity layer for humans, machines and AI agents Removes shared secrets and standing privileges
Only useful with AWS Systems Manager Requires the AWS CLI and an AWS account	Aimed at engineering organizations, complex for small setups Commercial features require contacting sales
Downloadable app	Self-hosted, Hosted service
Closed source	Closed source
License not stated	License not stated
Account needed	Not stated if an account is needed
Needs internet	Not stated if it works offline
Official website Full listing and sources Checked October 1, 2026	Official website Full listing and sources Checked September 23, 2026

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