EMQX vs Node-RED
EMQX (EMQ Technologies) is listed as Connectivity, MQTT Broker; Node-RED (OpenJS Foundation) as Edge, Connectivity. They are listed as integrating with each other. Last reviewed October 16, 2026.
| EMQX | Node-RED | |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor | EMQ Technologies | OpenJS Foundation |
| Categories | Connectivity, MQTT Broker | Edge, Connectivity |
| Ecosystems | Vendor-neutral, Open source | Vendor-neutral, Open source |
| Pricing model | Open-source + enterprise tiers | Free (open source) |
| Listed integrations | 1 | 2 |
| Website | https://www.emqx.com | https://nodered.org |
| Direct link | Yes — listed as integrating with each other | |
Shared integrations
None listed yet.
Sources
- EMQX: official site https://www.emqx.com
- Node-RED: official site https://nodered.org
- Integration links: PlantWired editorial directory (methodology)
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Editorial comparison based on public information. Not a recommendation; verify specifics with each vendor.