Kong Mesh
Enterprise-grade service mesh for multi-cloud and multi-cluster on both Kubernetes and VMs.
Overview
Kong Mesh is the enterprise version of Kuma, providing an enterprise-grade service mesh for multi-cloud and multi-cluster environments. It supports both Kubernetes and VM-based services, enabling zero-trust security, traffic reliability, and global observability across all services.
✨ Key Features
- Built on Kuma
- Universal support for Kubernetes and VMs
- Multi-cloud and multi-cluster
- Enterprise support and features
- Zero-trust security
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Based on the simple and universal Kuma project
- Strong support for both Kubernetes and VMs
- Integration with the Kong API gateway ecosystem
Unique Value: Delivers a simple, scalable, and secure enterprise-grade service mesh for any platform, from VMs to Kubernetes.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Providing a scalable and secure service mesh for large enterprises with diverse infrastructure.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Small teams that can be served by the open-source Kuma project.
🏆 Alternatives
Builds on the simplicity of Kuma to offer an enterprise solution that is easier to deploy and manage across hybrid environments compared to more complex alternatives.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
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