Delayed Job
5.6#28 in task queue softwareFree planFree planSelf-hosted
VisitDelayed Job vs Inngest
What both publish
| Fact | Delayed Job | Inngest |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Delayed::Job is a database-backed priority queue for running longer tasks asynchronously in the background. | Inngest orchestrates asynchronous code as durable functions for event driven workflows, background jobs, and agents. |
Delayed Job plans
- MIT-licensed softwareFree
Inngest plans
- FreeFree
- Pro$99 a month
- Business$499 a month
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick Delayed Job if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Inngest if…
Inngest suits developers building event-driven workflows, background jobs, or agents with TypeScript, Python, or Go. Its free plan may suit those whose execution needs fit within its stated quota.