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async-graphql vs GraphQL Kotlin
Both stand on graphql tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Self-hosted
async-graphql offers broad GraphQL capabilities in a Rust server library, with multiple integrations and Apollo support. Developers should account for its Rust version requirement and configure query limits for production.
Visit async-graphql Free plan APISelf-hosted
GraphQL Kotlin provides client and server libraries for Kotlin, with integrations for Spring Boot and Ktor. Consider the explicit Ktor route setup and schema type limitations when choosing it.
Visit GraphQL KotlinThe facts
| async-graphql | GraphQL Kotlin | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Self-hosted | API, Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | opensource.expediagroup.com |
| On graphql tools | #16 of 32 | #12 of 32 |
async-graphql: what it does well
- Supports static and dynamic schemas
- Includes five web-server integrations
- Supports WebSocket subscriptions and multipart uploads
- Forbids unsafe code
What to know first
- Requires Rust 1.86.0 or later
- Most crate features are disabled by default
- Production query complexity and depth need limits
GraphQL Kotlin: what it does well
- Generates schemas from Kotlin code.
- Gradle and Maven plugins generate type-safe clients.
- Clients support batching and coroutines.
- Provides Spring Boot and Ktor server implementations.
What to know first
- Ktor routes require explicit configuration.
- Sets, arbitrary Maps, and arrays lack built-in schema support.
- No free trial is listed.
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