Compare KrakenD vs. WSO2 API Manager

Engineered for peak performance and efficient resource use, KrakenD can manage a staggering 70k requests per second on just one instance. Its stateless build ensures hassle-free scalability, sidelining complications like database upkeep or node synchronization. In terms of features, KrakenD is a jack-of-all-trades. It accommodates multiple protocols and API standards, offering granular access control, data shaping, and caching capabilities. A standout feature is its Backend For Frontend pattern, which consolidates various API calls into a single response, simplifying client interactions. On the security front, KrakenD is OWASP-compliant and data-agnostic, streamlining regulatory adherence. Operational ease comes via its declarative setup and robust third-party tool integration. With its open-source community edition and transparent pricing model, KrakenD is the go-to API Gateway for organizations that refuse to compromise on performance or scalability.

One platform to build, integrate, and expose your digital services as managed APIs in cloud, on-premises and hybrid architectures to support your digital transformation strategy. Integrate with your existing identity access and key management tools to implement industry-standard authorization flows, such as OAuth Connect, OpenID Connect, or JWTs. You can create APIs using existing services, manage APIs both from third-party providers and internally built applications, and monitor their usage, performance, and retirement. To optimize your developer support, improve your services and drive adoption, you can provide real-time access API usage and performance statistics for decision-makers.