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Apache Qpid Broker-J vs EMQX
Both stand on message broker software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxMac+2
Broker-J provides multiple AMQP versions, management interfaces, queue options, and configurable persistence for self-hosted use. Check the listed security advisories and release information when evaluating a deployment.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+2
EMQX offers real-time messaging, data processing tools, broad protocol support, and deployment choices. Serverless provides a free entry point with stated limits; Dedicated Flex starts at $234 per month.
Visit EMQXThe facts
| Apache Qpid Broker-J | EMQX | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Dedicated Flex: $234 a month |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | qpid.apache.org | emqx.com |
| On message broker software | #7 of 39 | #3 of 39 |
Apache Qpid Broker-J: what it does well
- Supports five AMQP versions and AMQP over WebSockets.
- Management is available through REST and a web console.
- Persistence options include Derby, SQL, and BDB.
- Authentication supports LDAP, Kerberos, OAuth2, and client certificates.
- Includes high availability and producer flow control.
What to know first
- The listed deployment model is self-hosted.
- The listed current release is version 10.1.1.
- The security page lists vulnerabilities fixed in 10.1.1 affecting earlier versions.
EMQX: what it does well
- Combines MQTT messaging with durable message queuing
- Rule Engine and Flow Designer process data
- Lists more than 50 native integrations
- Security includes TLS/mTLS and audit logs
- Dedicated Flex starts at $234 per month
What to know first
- Serverless is limited to 1 MB messages
- Serverless has limits of up to 1,000 sessions
- Usage beyond Serverless monthly quotas is charged
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