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Redpanda

Kafka-compatible streaming platform without ZooKeeper

About Redpanda

Redpanda is a Kafka-compatible streaming platform written in C++ for lower latency and simpler operations. No JVM, no ZooKeeper dependency. Drop-in Kafka replacement with better performance characteristics.

Best for

Best for teams wanting Kafka compatibility with lower latency and simpler operations

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Kafka API compatible — drop-in replacement
  • Lower latency than Kafka (no JVM, no ZooKeeper)
  • Simpler operations and fewer dependencies

Cons

  • Smaller ecosystem than Kafka proper
  • Some Kafka features not yet supported
  • Enterprise features require commercial license

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