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3proxy vs Apache Traffic Server
Both stand on proxy software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
3proxy offers a wide set of proxy protocols, access controls and logging options at no cost. Its security guidance calls for ACL restrictions, and its documented strong authentication method uses cleartext.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+1
Apache Traffic Server combines caching, proxying, and layer 7 load balancing in a self-hosted server. Its deployment options and plug-in APIs suit organizations that need to tailor proxy behavior.
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| 3proxy | Apache Traffic Server | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | 3proxy.org | trafficserver.apache.org |
| On proxy software | #1 of 35 | #2 of 35 |
3proxy: what it does well
- Supports HTTP, HTTPS, multiple SOCKS versions and FTP over HTTP
- Can limit bandwidth and traffic amounts
- Offers file, Unix syslog and ODBC logging
- Provides Docker images and Windows service installation
What to know first
- Documented strong authentication uses cleartext authentication
- TLS features require a build with OpenSSL
Apache Traffic Server: what it does well
- Free and open source under Apache License 2.0.
- Supports HTTP/1.1 and HTTP/2.
- Offers proxy, reverse proxy, and cache hierarchy deployments.
- Plug-in APIs support custom behavior.
- Includes SSL termination and client access controls.
What to know first
- Self-hosted deployment requires managing the installation.
- The listed stable release is 10.2.0; 9.2.15 is the LTS release.
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