Vector
Rust-built observability pipeline tool that collects, transforms, and routes logs and metrics across 47 sources and 62 sinks with no runtime dependencies.
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/vectordotdev/vector 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 Cribl Stream.
Replaces 2 paid apps
up to $70/mo ($840/yr) in subscriptions
Vector FAQ
Common questions
Is Vector free and open source?+
Vector is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. Rust-built observability pipeline tool that collects, transforms, and routes logs and metrics across 47 sources and 62 sinks with no runtime dependencies.
What paid software does Vector replace?+
Vector serves as a free replacement for 2 paid SaaS applications: Cribl Stream, Splunk, saving up to $70/month ($840/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up Vector?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/vectordotdev/vector 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 Vector?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Cribl Stream.