Which tier of IoT Hub should you use for distributed processing requirements?

The Standard tier of IoT Hub is designed to support distributed processing requirements effectively. This tier allows for a greater number of device-to-cloud and cloud-to-device messages, which is crucial for environments where large volumes of IoT devices are interacting simultaneously.

With the Standard tier, users can benefit from additional features such as:

1. Message Routing: You can route messages to different endpoints based on specified criteria, which enhances the ability to handle and process data from multiple sources efficiently.

2. Support for Multiple IoT Hub Instances: In scenarios where distributed processing is required, this tier allows for the integration and management of multiple IoT hubs, facilitating centralized processing.

3. Advanced Features: The Standard tier includes features such as built-in support for device management and analytics integration, which are vital for maintaining and processing data from a distributed network of devices.

Given these capabilities, the Standard tier is the most suitable choice for applications that have complex and scalable distributed processing needs in an IoT context.