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Apache Traffic Server vs Envoy
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| Fact | Apache Traffic Server | Envoy |
|---|---|---|
| Language | C++ | C++ |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 2k | 29k |
| Latest | 10.2.0 | v1.39.2 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 1 day between releases |
| Active contributors | 29 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 75+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace nginx. Alternatives to nginx →
PartialApache Traffic ServerA caching forward and reverse proxy for high-traffic sites and CDNs.
PartialEnvoyProxy and load balancer configured through an API, without serving static files.
Apache Traffic Server
unsigned The latest release, 10.2.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Envoy
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