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EMQX

by EMQ Technologies

Scalable MQTT broker for IoT messaging

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
EMQ Technologies
Pricing
Open source — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Self Hosted, Api
Best for
Iot Developers, Platform Teams
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2017
Headquarters
Hangzhou, China

What is EMQX?

EMQX is a data pipelines tool from EMQ Technologies. An open-source, highly scalable MQTT broker for IoT, IIoT and connected vehicles, with rule-based data integration and a managed EMQX Cloud.

EMQX uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to iot developers, platform teams and runs on Self Hosted, Api.

Standout strengths include massive mqtt connection scale, rule engine for data routing, managed cloud option. Worth weighing: iot-focused scope, advanced features in enterprise tier.

EMQX pricing

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Free
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Cloud
Custom
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Pros

  • Massive MQTT connection scale
  • Rule engine for data routing
  • Managed cloud option

Cons

  • IoT-focused scope
  • Advanced features in enterprise tier

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Frequently asked questions

What is EMQX?

An open-source, highly scalable MQTT broker for IoT, IIoT and connected vehicles, with rule-based data integration and a managed EMQX Cloud.

How much does EMQX cost?

EMQX is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.

Does EMQX have a free trial?

EMQX offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does EMQX support?

EMQX is available on Self Hosted, Api.