Aedes
5.8#32 in message broker softwareFree planFree planAPISelf-hosted
VisitAedes vs Apache ActiveMQ
Apache ActiveMQ
7.5#4 in message broker softwareFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | Aedes | Apache ActiveMQ |
|---|---|---|
| Installation | The README gives npm install aedes as the installation command and links Docker documentation. | Installation consists of downloading an archive, extracting it and starting the broker with the supplied activemq command. |
| License | Aedes is licensed under the MIT License. | The product is released under the Apache License 2.0. |
| Messaging features | Listed features include message persistence, automatic reconnect, offline buffering, and a backpressure-support API. | It supports Message Groups, Virtual Destinations, Wildcards, Composite Destinations, and Enterprise Integration Patterns. |
Aedes plans
- AedesFree
Apache ActiveMQ plans
- Apache ActiveMQ ClassicFree
Pick Aedes if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Apache ActiveMQ if…
ActiveMQ suits teams that need a self-hosted messaging server with multiple protocols, client languages and transport choices. It is also relevant where JMS support and configurable destination permissions are needed.