Compare HiveMQ and RabbitMQ 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.1% of reviews)
Small-Business (37.8% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
No pricing available
HiveMQ
Star Rating
(75)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (42.1% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Free Trial
Free Trial is available
Learn more about HiveMQRabbitMQ
Star Rating
(47)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (37.8% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that HiveMQ excels in handling large volumes of messages, particularly in IoT applications, with users highlighting its ability to process data from thousands of sensors without any slowdown. This reliability is crucial for businesses that depend on real-time data from remote devices.
- Users say RabbitMQ offers a user-friendly interface for managing exchanges and queues, making it easier for teams to configure their messaging systems. However, some users have noted that it can struggle with specific workflow needs, particularly when it comes to complex configurations.
- Reviewers mention that HiveMQ's performance during peak usage times is a significant advantage, as it prevents data backlogs and lost messages, a common issue with other brokers. This capability has transformed operations for users who previously faced challenges during high traffic periods.
- According to verified reviews, RabbitMQ is appreciated for its open-source libraries and comprehensive guides, which can be beneficial for teams looking to customize their messaging solutions. However, the lack of recent reviews suggests that user engagement may be waning compared to HiveMQ.
- Users highlight HiveMQ's versatility in supporting a wide range of IoT devices, from simple sensors to complex actuators, which has been transformative for businesses needing to integrate diverse technologies. This adaptability is a key selling point for companies focused on IoT solutions.
- G2 reviewers note that while RabbitMQ has a solid reputation for its pub-sub functionality, it may not meet the same level of user satisfaction as HiveMQ, which consistently receives higher ratings for ease of use and quality of support, making it a more favorable choice for many organizations.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
HiveMQ
HiveMQ Self-Managed Editions
Free Trial
MQTT messaging solution that runs anywhere
Choose from:
-Community Edition
-Starter Edition
-Professional Edition
-Enterprise Edition
- 24/7 Support available
- Clustering for high availability and scalability
- Essential security features
RabbitMQ
No pricing availableFree Trial
HiveMQ
Free Trial is available
RabbitMQ
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.4
67
8.7
40
Ease of Use
9.0
67
8.4
40
Ease of Setup
8.8
59
8.3
14
Ease of Admin
8.8
20
8.5
14
Quality of Support
9.1
65
8.2
32
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
20
8.1
13
Product Direction (% positive)
9.5
66
9.1
37
Features by Category
Functionality
9.0
32
8.6
24
9.1
28
8.2
21
9.5
29
7.8
22
9.2
31
8.0
23
Integration
9.4
30
8.4
24
9.3
29
7.9
23
9.1
29
7.8
24
Management
9.1
30
8.0
23
9.3
29
8.2
21
9.2
28
8.3
21
Agentic AI - Message Queue (MQ)
8.7
5
Not enough data
8.6
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Platform
9.3
34
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
9.1
32
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Reporting
9.0
28
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
Systems Management
8.7
13
Not enough data
9.4
11
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
8.7
9
Not enough data
8.9
11
Not enough data
9.4
11
Not enough data
IoT Capabilities
8.8
11
Not enough data
8.8
10
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Not enough data
8.3
10
Not enough data
8.3
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
8.8
8
Not enough data
9.0
8
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Industrial IoT
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
HiveMQ and RabbitMQ are categorized as Message Queue (MQ)
Unique Categories
HiveMQ is categorized as IoT Connectivity Management and Industrial IoT
RabbitMQ has no unique categories
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
HiveMQ
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
RabbitMQ
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
25.4%
Information Technology and Services
15.5%
Industrial Automation
4.2%
Marketing and Advertising
4.2%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
2.8%
Other
47.9%
Computer Software
28.9%
Information Technology and Services
15.6%
Financial Services
8.9%
Internet
6.7%
Automotive
4.4%
Other
35.6%
Alternatives
Discussions
Is HiveMQ open source?
1 Comment
JH
Hi there! HiveMQ has a Community Edition as well as a public MQTT broker.
You can find the details here: https://www.hivemq.com/developers/community/ Read more
How much does HiveMQ cost?
1 Comment
JH
Kindly visit the page: https://www.hivemq.com/pricing/Read more
What is HiveMQ broker?
1 Comment
Official Response from HiveMQ
HiveMQ has evolved from an MQTT Broker to an Industrial Data Platform for Agentic AI. Built on the MQTT standard and a distributed edge-to cloud...Read more
RabbitMQ has no more discussions with answers
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