Inngest
Simplify backend processes with event-driven functions, seamless integrations, and powerful debugging tools for developers.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-07
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/inngest/inngest or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Azure Durable Functions.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $50/mo ($600/yr) in subscriptions
Inngest FAQ
Common questions
Is Inngest free and open source?+
Inngest is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Simplify backend processes with event-driven functions, seamless integrations, and powerful debugging tools for developers.
What paid software does Inngest replace?+
Inngest serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: Azure Durable Functions, Kafka, saving up to $50/month ($600/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Inngest?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/inngest/inngest or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with Inngest?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Azure Durable Functions.