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Apache APISIX vs Kong Gateway
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| Fact | Apache APISIX | Kong Gateway |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Lua | Lua |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 17k | 44k |
| Latest | 3.19.0 | 3.9.3 |
| Last push | 2026-10-04 | 2026-10-02 |
| Release cadence | about 63 days between releases | about 99 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 17 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Apache APISIX replaces Kong Gateway. Alternatives to Kong Gateway →
Full replacementAlso built on OpenResty, with etcd for configuration and plugins in Lua and other languages.
Apache APISIX
Apache APISIX
unsigned The latest release, 3.19.0, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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Kong Gateway
✓ signed The latest release, 3.9.3, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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