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Dagster vs Kestra
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| Fact | Dagster | Kestra |
|---|---|---|
| Language | Python | Java |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 16k | 29k |
| Latest | 1.13.25 | v2.0.5 |
| Last push | 2026-10-06 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | about 7 days between releases | about 3 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 31 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 132+ commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | none | none |
How they relate
Both replace Apache Airflow. Alternatives to Apache Airflow →
Full replacementDagsterOrchestration around data assets, with lineage and a local UI.
Full replacementKestraWorkflows declared in YAML, with tasks in any language and event triggers.
Dagster
Dagster
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Kestra
unsigned The latest release, v2.0.5, carries no signature GitHub could verify.
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