Solo.io Gloo Platform
The unified API and service connectivity platform.
Overview
The Gloo Platform by Solo.io is a unified application networking platform that integrates API gateway, service mesh (Gloo Mesh), and container networking (Gloo Network) into a single solution. It is built on leading open-source technologies like Istio, Envoy, and Cilium to provide secure and observable connectivity for cloud-native applications from cloud to edge.
✨ Key Features
- Unified API Gateway and Service Mesh
- Multi-cluster Istio Management (Gloo Mesh)
- Advanced API Gateway features (e.g., rate limiting, transformation)
- Powered by Cilium for CNI
- Federated trust and identity
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unified platform for API Gateway and Service Mesh
- Deep expertise in Envoy Proxy
- Early adoption of technologies like GraphQL, WebAssembly, and Cilium
Unique Value: Reduces tool sprawl and operational complexity by providing a single, integrated platform for all application networking needs, from API gateway to service mesh.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Providing a unified control plane for API gateways and multi-cluster service mesh.
- Simplifying Istio adoption and operations.
- Implementing advanced API management features on top of an Istio mesh.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Teams only needing a simple ingress controller
- Organizations not using or planning to use Istio
🏆 Alternatives
Unlike traditional API gateways, Gloo Platform is built for cloud-native, Kubernetes environments. Compared to other service mesh vendors, it offers a more comprehensive solution that includes a feature-rich API gateway.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Gloo Platform tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Offers open-source versions of components like Gloo Edge.
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