Kong API Platform Reviews - Page 7

Efficient handling of large volumes of traffic.

Wide range of plugins for customization.

Easy to scale horizontally to meet demand.

Comprehensive security features to protect APIs.

Free to use with a strong community backing.

we use the free version for our main product Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Can be complex for beginners to set up and configure.

May require significant resources for high-traffic scenarios.

Some advanced features and support are only available in the paid enterprise version. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kong is a very high-performance opensource API Gateway particularly suitable for Cloud Native and DevOps Oriented architectures, it is suitable for installation on different architectures both in on-premise, cloud and hybrid modes. It is a complete product also includes Insomnia as an API Test and Designer tool and also, in the enterprise version, a Developer Portal also oriented towards IaC and the development of APIs from an API First perspective.

The hybrid installation via Kong Konnect is very quick and powerful and allows you to outsource all management except for the dataplanes which are installed on-premise and managed remotely. The on-premise version is easy to install. It can eb configured both via web interface and through a declarative configuration as well. In terms of support, the Enterprise version offers very fast and efficient support.

It supports native CLI tools to launch test and deploy configuration in your CI/CD pipelines Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Although it offers a rich set of plugins that easily integrates with tools like Prometeus, DataDog, Zipkin lacks an Analytics & Monitoring API tool. There is no management of Monteziation API.

For the Enterprise version the licensing model is a bit complicated because it depends on the number of invocations but also on the concept of gateway service, which is not always easy to keep under control. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I appreciate Kong API Gateway for its robust and flexible API management capabilities. The platform excels in handling API traffic, providing authentication, and ensuring scalability. The intuitive user interface makes API configuration and monitoring straightforward. Additionally, the active community support and regular updates contribute to a positive experience. Overall, Kong API Gateway has proven to be a reliable solution for our API infrastructure. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Kong API Gateway offers robust API management, there are a few aspects that could be improved. which has posed challenges for our team. Additionally, Enhancements in [areas of improvement] would contribute to an even better experience with Kong API Gateway. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

There are many things I like about Kong API Gateway, but here are a few of my favorites:

Performance and scalability: Kong is built on top of NGINX, which makes it extremely fast and scalable. It can handle millions of requests per second with ease.

Flexibility: Kong is highly extensible through plugins. This means that you can add new features and functionality to Kong to meet your specific needs.

Open source: Kong is an open source project, which means that it is free to use and modify. This also means that there is a large community of users and contributors who can help you if you have any problems.

Cloud native: Kong is cloud native, which means that it is easy to deploy and manage in the cloud. It also supports a wide range of cloud providers, such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.

Its support for multiple protocols: Kong supports a wide range of protocols, including REST, gRPC, WebSockets, and GraphQL. This makes it a good choice for managing APIs of all types.

Its extensive plugin library: Kong has a large and growing library of plugins. There are plugins for everything from authentication and authorization to rate limiting and caching. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Lack of native support for API generation: Kong does not offer native functionality to generate APIs automatically. This can be a significant issue if you cannot

import your desired API, which is a reason why Kong may not be right for you.

Steep learning curve for advanced features: While Kong is relatively easy to learn and use for basic tasks, the learning curve for more advanced features, such as plugins and custom routing, can be quite steep.

Limited support for certain technologies: Kong does not offer native support for certain technologies, such as GraphQL and gRPC. While there are plugins available for these technologies, they may not be as robust as native support.

Community support can be inconsistent: The Kong community is generally helpful and supportive, but the level of support can be inconsistent. Sometimes it can take a while to get a response to a question or issue. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Ease of use, easy to maintain API's. I have used KONG Gateway for Springboot application, it's easy to make api's for my application. Integration of APIs. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

I don't have anything much ti dislike in Kong. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kong API Gateway excels in its user-friendly interface, making API management a seamless process. Its extensive features, from traffic control to security measures, are highly advantageous. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While Kong API Gateway is robust, there are occasional complexities in the implementation process, demanding a steeper learning curve. Moreover, the support documentation could be more comprehensive Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kong API Gateway is valued for its scalability and flexibility, with open-source architecture, extensive plugin support, and a vibrant community. It excels in managing, securing, and optimizing API traffic Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Some users find the initial setup and configuration of Kong API Gateway to be complex and challenging Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Kong is built on NGINX, ensuring high performance and low latency. It supports clustering, making it easy to scale horizontally.

Moreover documentation is really amazing Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

While the open-source version is robust, some advanced features and enterprise-level support come at a significant cost. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Effortless Setup: The quick start guide provides a seamless onboarding experience and with a single bash command you are up and running with Kong API Gateway. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Not specific uptil now. I am using OSS version and I feel all my requirements are catered through it Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

Performance, Easy to use and manage. Ease of Integration Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

the documentation lacking in clarity or depth, making it challenging to troubleshoot issues or implement advanced configurations. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.