G2

Hamed G.

devops engineer

Mid-Market (51-1000 emp.)

11/5/2024

"Linkerd, Fast, secure, and reliable service mesh"

4/5

What do you like best about Linkerd?

Lightweight and resource-efficient, ideal for Kubernetes. Automatic mTLS encryption for secure service communication. Instant observability with golden metrics, no extra setup needed. Built-in reliability with automatic retries and timeouts. Kubernetes-native, seamlessly integrated for easy operation. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What do you dislike about Linkerd?

Limited Customization: Linkerd keeps things simple, but that also means fewer advanced options for customizing traffic management compared to some other service meshes. Missing Some Power Features: It doesn’t have all the fancy features like traffic shadowing or complex routing rules that you might find in heavier meshes like Istio. Kubernetes Only: Linkerd is designed purely for Kubernetes, so if you’re running on other platforms or need multi-cloud support, it might not cover all your needs. Smaller Ecosystem: While Linkerd has a great community, it doesn’t have the vast ecosystem and range of plugins you’ll find with bigger meshes like Istio. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.

What problems is Linkerd solving and how is that benefiting you?

Simplifies secure, reliable communication between microservices in a Kubernetes environment. Provides automatic retries, timeouts, and circuit breaking, enhancing service resilience for business-critical applications. Ensures encrypted, authenticated connections between services with automatic mTLS, supporting strict security requirements. Isolates and manages traffic for multiple teams or business units within a shared Kubernetes cluster. Review collected by and hosted on G2.com.