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Apache APISIX vs Gravitee
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| Fact | Apache APISIX | Gravitee |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Lua | Java |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 17k | 457 |
| Latest | 3.19.0 | 4.12.21 |
| Last push | 2026-10-04 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 63 days between releases | too few releases |
| Active contributors | 17 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 32+ 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.
Full replacementGraviteeGateway with policies, a management console and a developer portal, also for event and message APIs.
Apache APISIX
unsigned The latest release, 3.19.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Gravitee
unsigned The latest release, 4.12.21, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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