porting is not as robust as <code>istioctl install</code> for the apply step.</li></ul></li><li><p><a href=/v1.16/docs/setup/install/helm/>Install using Helm (alpha)</a></p><p>Using Helm charts allows easy integration with Helm based workflows and automated resource pruning during upgrades.</p><p>Pros:</p><ul><li>Familiar approach using industry standard tooling.</li><li>Helm native release and upgrade management.</li></ul><p>Cons:</p><ul><li>Fewer checks and validations compared to <code>istioctl install</