Kestra
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VisitKestra vs Mule ESB
What both publish
| Fact | Kestra | Mule ESB |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Kestra can be self-hosted with Docker or Kubernetes, and Enterprise Edition also supports cloud, on-premises and air-gapped environments. | MuleSoft says integrations can be deployed on-premises, in the cloud, or in a hybrid environment. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
Kestra plans
- Open SourceFree
- Enterprise EditionPriced on request
- Kestra CloudPriced on request
Mule ESB plans
- MuleSoft package$2,000 a month
- UnlimitedPriced on request
- MuleSoft packages$2 a month
- Pre-CommitPriced on request
Pick Kestra if…
Kestra suits organizations building workflows that combine tasks and tools across different systems or programming languages. Its self-hosted and enterprise deployment options may appeal to teams with specific infrastructure or access-control needs.
Pick Mule ESB if…
Mule ESB suits organizations connecting applications, APIs, legacy systems, partners, and AI agents across cloud, on-premises, or hybrid deployments.