Faktory
6.7#9 in task queue softwareFrom $99 a monthFree planWebLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
VisitFaktory vs Gearman
What both publish
| Fact | Faktory | Gearman |
|---|---|---|
| Security | Faktory supports TLS for worker and HTTP ports and authenticates clients using a configured global password. | The download page says the pure Perl Gearman client and worker API supports SSL. |
Faktory plans
- Faktory OSSFree
- Faktory Enterprise — additional packs$99 a month
- Faktory Enterprise — first pack$299 a month
Gearman plans
- GearmanFree
- Gearman open-source softwareFree
Pick Faktory if…
Faktory suits hobbyists and startups using its OSS edition, or companies with budgets that need Enterprise features. It is a self-hosted option for teams comfortable with its Redis-based persistence model.
Pick Gearman if…
Gearman suits developers who need to distribute jobs among machines or processes and can operate a self-hosted system. Its listed language interfaces and database integrations may suit teams using those environments.