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Apache APISIX vs Easegress
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| Fact | Apache APISIX | Easegress |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Lua | Go |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 17k | 5.9k |
| Latest | 3.19.0 | v2.11.0 |
| Last push | 2026-10-04 | 2026-07-20 |
| Release cadence | about 63 days between releases | about 37 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 17 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 0 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Kong Gateway. Alternatives to Kong Gateway →
Full replacementApache APISIXAlso built on OpenResty, with etcd for configuration and plugins in Lua and other languages.
PartialEasegressA Go traffic gateway with filters for rate limits, auth and resilience, configured in YAML.
Apache APISIX
unsigned The latest release, 3.19.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Easegress
✓ signed The latest release, v2.11.0, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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