APISIX
A dynamic, real-time, high-performance API gateway.
Overview
Apache APISIX is a high-performance, cloud-native API gateway. While its primary function is as a gateway, it also supports a service mesh mode, using APISIX itself as the data plane. It is known for its performance, dynamic capabilities, and rich plugin ecosystem.
✨ Key Features
- High-performance API Gateway
- Service Mesh mode
- Dynamic routing and configuration
- Extensive plugin support (Lua, WebAssembly)
- Platform agnostic
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Top-tier performance
- Dynamic configuration without reloads
- Rich and extensible plugin ecosystem
Unique Value: Provides a unified, high-performance solution for both API gateway and service mesh needs.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Serving as a high-performance, flexible API gateway for cloud-native applications.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Users who want a dedicated, Istio-compatible service mesh sidecar.
🏆 Alternatives
Offers better performance and more dynamic configuration capabilities than many other gateways, and provides a consistent data plane if used for both ingress and service mesh.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise (via API7.ai) tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Open source, self-hosted.
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