Weave Net
Simple, resilient, and secure networking for Kubernetes and containers.
Overview
Weave Net is a networking solution for containers and Kubernetes that creates a virtual network connecting containers across multiple hosts. It is easy to set up and does not require an external database. Weave Net also provides network policy enforcement and encryption.
✨ Key Features
- Simple to install and configure
- No external database required
- Automatic discovery of peers
- Network policy enforcement
- Built-in encryption for inter-node traffic (IPsec ESP)
- Support for ARM and x86 architectures
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Extreme simplicity and ease of use
- Out-of-the-box encryption
- Decentralized control plane (no external database)
Unique Value: Provides a simple, secure, and resilient networking solution for containers that 'just works' out of the box.
🎯 Use Cases (3)
✅ Best For
- Popular in development and small to medium-sized production clusters due to its simplicity and ease of use.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Very large-scale clusters where the gossip-based peer discovery might become a bottleneck.
🏆 Alternatives
Much simpler to set up and manage than more complex CNIs like Calico or Cilium, while still providing key features like network policy and encryption.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise (via Weaveworks) tier)
💰 Pricing
Free tier: Weave Net is open source and free.
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