Apache ActiveMQ vs IBM MQ

Apache ActiveMQ plans

• Apache ActiveMQ ClassicFree

IBM MQ plans

• IBM MQ Virtual Processor Core Subscription License$312 a month
• IBM MQ Advanced with AI Agents Virtual Processor Core Subscr$583 a month
• IBM MQ SaaS$727 a month
• IBM MQ SaaS pay-as-you-go$1.02 a month
• IBM MQ SaaS LitePriced on request

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.

Pick IBM MQ if…

You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.