Traefik Enterprise serves as an ingress controller for Kubernetes infrastructure and virtual machines.
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Automatic discovery and GitOps integration have streamlined Kubernetes and VM ingress management
What is our primary use case?
What is most valuable?
I appreciate Traefik Enterprise's automatic service discovery feature because it truly helps with deploying containers for our Kubernetes workloads.
The best features Traefik Enterprise offers include automatic service discovery and excellent integration with GitOps. The automatic service discovery helps us with automation, meaning we don't have to perform any manual work when deploying workloads; this goes a long way in making developers and engineers more efficient at their work, allowing them to focus their attention on other tasks. Regarding the GitOps aspect, it integrates very well with Argo CD, but I cannot give more details due to some NDAs.
Traefik Enterprise has positively impacted my organization by making myself and my colleagues more efficient, allowing us to invest more time in other tasks because we are comfortable knowing how Traefik Enterprise operates and the automation we implemented with it.
What needs improvement?
Traefik Enterprise could improve with support for other products, but it's fairly complete. I don't have any specific improvements to mention because we have everything we need.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Traefik Enterprise for almost six years.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
Traefik Enterprise is stable.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
Traefik Enterprise is scalable, and we didn't have any issues with uptime.
How are customer service and support?
Traefik Enterprise's customer support is very good. I would rate the customer support 10 out of 10.
How would you rate customer service and support?
Positive
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
We previously used Nginx Proxy Manager, but we evaluated Traefik Enterprise and saw that it had more features and was better suited for more customers.
What was our ROI?
We have seen a return on investment with Traefik Enterprise because we saved time.
Which other solutions did I evaluate?
Before choosing Traefik Enterprise, we evaluated Nginx Proxy Manager among other options.
What other advice do I have?
My advice for others looking into using Traefik Enterprise is to be patient; although the initial onboarding is somewhat complex depending on the environment, once Traefik Enterprise is set up, it will be easy to manage, and the automation itself is worth it. I have no additional thoughts about Traefik Enterprise. I rate this review 10 out of 10.
Single endpoint has simplified microservice routing and has improved traffic monitoring
What is our primary use case?
I use Traefik Enterprise for my daily needs, including load balancing and centralizing my cloud-native applications.
At Hoichoi, we have been using Traefik Enterprise for the last two years. We implemented Traefik Enterprise for consolidating and orchestrating the network into a single endpoint. We use Traefik Enterprise to provide a single endpoint to reach all of our services.
In our company, Hoichoi, we use Traefik Enterprise for a single endpoint. We have api.hoichoi.tv, which we point to what is called a Traefik Enterprise endpoint. Inside Traefik Enterprise, we map it with another path such as /api/services to our services service and /plans to our plan service.
Apart from that, we use it for load balancing. All of our load balancing is pointed to multiple Traefik Enterprise instances, and then we divide the traffic among them. We also use it for observability to monitor how the load is spiking up or down.
What is most valuable?
I appreciate that Traefik Enterprise offers observability and load balancing features, especially the ability to orchestrate all endpoints. I love having only one domain to connect with, such as api.hoichoi.tv, and then adding only /subscription to reach my subscription service and /plans to reach the plan service.
With the observability feature in Traefik Enterprise, I get records of traffic patterns. For example, at three o'clock in the morning, I caught a traffic spike immediately, giving me proper data about when the traffic started spiking and when the load reached its peak. This allows me to reduce my bills and not keep all of my services scaled up all the time. I can scale down the services as needed.
I primarily use the observability feature and the single-pointing orchestration for all of the microservices. I appreciate these services because they help me maintain only one domain.
Traefik Enterprise is helping us tremendously because we do not need to manage multiple service domains. For example, we do not need to manage a subscription service domain and a plan service domain separately. We know that we have one domain, and if any service is down, I can go to Traefik Enterprise observability and see which domain is down, when it went down, and how it is impacting our operations.
What needs improvement?
I would appreciate improvements to the user interface because it currently appears generic. Please add more professional elements to the UI. I need this because when I open this site in public, everyone says it was built by a college student. I would love for the UI to be professional.
For other things, you should orchestrate the features list on the home page and add other things. You should not mention everything. You should mention on the home page which feature I last used so I can go there directly without navigating through settings and multiple menus. If I use any feature repeatedly, it should appear on the home page.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been working with this solution for almost two years in my current field.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
I remember that last night at three o'clock in the morning, my senior called saying that the traffic was getting a 404 error in the plan service. I needed data on when it started and how this issue was impacting us. I went to Traefik Enterprise observability feature and checked that after our last code merge, we were getting this error. After that, we were getting the 404 error. I checked and then reverted the changes, which is why I love Traefik Enterprise observability feature.
What other advice do I have?
Overall, I give Traefik Enterprise an 8 out of 10 because it is very nice to have on my production-grade server. I suggest that you improve your UI and the features, and then it will get a 10 out of 10.
I chose 8 out of 10 because I have been satisfied with all the features I use. I reduced two points because of the UI and the requirements I need. I have already suggested what I need, and I believe it will be great for me if you improve that.
We use public cloud and deploy on AWS ECS. In ECS, we deployed the Docker file. We purchased the solution from AWS Marketplace.
I suggest that everyone use this service because of its simplicity. It provides multiple features in a single product, and you only need one subscription to use it. I appreciate that service.
I am a customer from my company's side. In the future, we will connect with Traefik Enterprise business side to make a business relationship and refer our services. Currently, we are customers.
An invaluable tool for teams looking for hassle-free, cloud-native reverse proxy implementation
What do you like best about the product?
The simplicity: It works extremely well as an on-premise reverse proxy implementation for teams that are adopting containerization and modern development tooling like Docker. The documentation is well structured, easy to follow, and makes it trivial to find what you're looking for.
What do you dislike about the product?
I haven't encountered anything that has made me dislike traefik.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
The organisation uses primaririly Docker swarms for container orchestration and Traefik makes it very easy to add SSL to any services within Docker swarms. It's so easy to setup and requires minimal maintainance to keep going.
Flexible, easy to use Load Balancer for everyone
What do you like best about the product?
Flexibility on defining configuration in various different environments. The native support for docker using label is very smart
What do you dislike about the product?
Navigating through docs to find examples is a little bit challenging because they must provide examples for every single environment (docker, kubernetes, or even file). But once you get it, it is convenient
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Homelab setup with a lot of docker compose. Native support for docker with labels as config is very fitting to my use case
Great for small and large projects
What do you like best about the product?
Super easy to integrate with docker and very simple to configure and extend 👌
What do you dislike about the product?
Initally a bit reading work to do but checking the documentation makes sense in any case, so it's not something I dislike but rather the work I expect to put into. Still not that complicated😉
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
At work and privately we are using Traefik to route our docker environment together. And it is a perfect fit for that👌
Though it has a steep learning curve, Traefik has powerful tools for routing among docker containers
What do you like best about the product?
There are several things that I really like about traefik. Firstly, I like the organization it gives me in my hosting setup. I run several websites from the same host, and managing a dockerized traefik hosting setup is immensely easier than managing multiple sites on a conventional web server like apache or nginx. It's routing tools allow me to set sites up and take them down with ease, and I like that the configuration can be defined in docker-compose. The automatic ssl feature is also incredibly nice once you figure it out. I also like the web dashboard.
What do you dislike about the product?
Traefik has a steep learning curve. If you are a newcomer to products like traefik, it will take some time to build an understanding of what it is, how it works, and what the different terms mean. I had to put in many hours to really understand what was going on with the automatic ssl certificate resolvers in particular. In particular, there are a few "magic settings" with automatic ssl that make it work, but I still don't understand exactly why.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Traefik allows me to host multiple web servers on a single host by routing requests to different web server docker containers based on domain name. This means that I can have multiple websites that use the default http/https ports on my host. The ability to use docker-compose to set up my sites also makes them incredibly easy to spin up, tear down, and manage. Finally, the SSL certificate resolvers are incredibly useful for making all my sites communicate over https by default.
Extensive proxy for all use cases!
What do you like best about the product?
Traefik is an exceptional choice for modern cloud-native environments, offering extensive configuration options that make it incredibly versatile and powerful. Whether you're deploying microservices, managing complex traffic routing, or securing your infrastructure, Traefik can handle it with ease. The level of customization available through its configuration is one of its standout features. You can fine-tune every aspect of your setup, from load balancing algorithms and request retries to SSL termination and advanced routing rules.
The comprehensive documentation provided by Traefik is another major advantage. It’s well-organized, detailed, and covers virtually every possible use case. Whether you’re just getting started or diving deep into complex scenarios, the documentation is a reliable resource. It walks you through configurations, best practices, and even troubleshooting, ensuring that you can make the most out of Traefik's extensive capabilities.
Moreover, Traefik is incredibly flexible and can be used in almost any environment or use case. It supports a wide range of orchestrators like Kubernetes, Docker, and more. This versatility allows it to fit seamlessly into various infrastructures, from small-scale setups to large, complex systems. Whether you need to manage traffic for a single application or a sprawling microservices architecture, Traefik is equipped to meet the challenge.
Overall, Traefik’s extensive configuration options, robust documentation, and wide applicability make it an indispensable tool for anyone looking to efficiently manage their network traffic in a scalable and secure way.
The comprehensive documentation provided by Traefik is another major advantage. It’s well-organized, detailed, and covers virtually every possible use case. Whether you’re just getting started or diving deep into complex scenarios, the documentation is a reliable resource. It walks you through configurations, best practices, and even troubleshooting, ensuring that you can make the most out of Traefik's extensive capabilities.
Moreover, Traefik is incredibly flexible and can be used in almost any environment or use case. It supports a wide range of orchestrators like Kubernetes, Docker, and more. This versatility allows it to fit seamlessly into various infrastructures, from small-scale setups to large, complex systems. Whether you need to manage traffic for a single application or a sprawling microservices architecture, Traefik is equipped to meet the challenge.
Overall, Traefik’s extensive configuration options, robust documentation, and wide applicability make it an indispensable tool for anyone looking to efficiently manage their network traffic in a scalable and secure way.
What do you dislike about the product?
While Traefik is highly versatile and powerful, its extensive configuration options can be overwhelming for first-time users. The sheer number of settings and possibilities might make it challenging to get started, especially if you're new to the concepts of reverse proxies, load balancing, or modern cloud-native architectures. Navigating through the various configuration methods—whether via YAML files, labels in Docker, or dynamic configurations—can be complex, requiring a solid understanding of the underlying principles.
However, once you get past the initial learning curve, the flexibility and control that Traefik offers are unmatched. The comprehensive documentation helps mitigate this complexity, guiding you through the setup process and helping you understand how to tailor Traefik to your specific needs. With time and experience, you'll likely find that the initial complexity is a small price to pay for the robust and customizable infrastructure that Traefik enables.
However, once you get past the initial learning curve, the flexibility and control that Traefik offers are unmatched. The comprehensive documentation helps mitigate this complexity, guiding you through the setup process and helping you understand how to tailor Traefik to your specific needs. With time and experience, you'll likely find that the initial complexity is a small price to pay for the robust and customizable infrastructure that Traefik enables.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Traefik excels at solving the problem of managing multiple ingress routes, particularly when it comes to certificate management. In environments where multiple services require secure access, handling SSL certificates can quickly become a complex and time-consuming task. Traefik streamlines this process by automating certificate management, including the generation, renewal, and deployment of SSL/TLS certificates.
Efficient and Flexible Service Management with Traefik
What do you like best about the product?
Traefik stands out for its simplicity and powerful features. The use of routers, middleware, and services makes managing applications straightforward. One of the biggest advantages is the seamless integration of HTTPS with real signed certificates, which simplifies the security aspect across multiple applications. What I love most about Traefik is its dynamic discovery of new services. Whether using Docker, files, or other methods, just adding a new file or creating a container with the right labels automatically configures the router/service. This flexibility and speed in service management are unparalleled.
What do you dislike about the product?
The learning curve can be challenging for newcomers. It’s not difficult to reach a point where you feel comfortable, but until you do, it might feel overwhelming. However, once you get the hang of it, Traefik’s benefits far outweigh this initial hurdle.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Traefik solves the problem of efficiently managing and routing traffic to multiple services in a dynamic environment. It simplifies the process of setting up and maintaining secure, well-organized application gateways, especially in environments where services are constantly changing, such as with Docker containers.
For me, Traefik’s ability to dynamically discover and configure new services is a game-changer. It eliminates the need for manual configuration every time a new service is added, which not only saves time but also reduces the risk of configuration errors. Additionally, its built-in support for HTTPS with real signed certificates ensures that all my applications are secure without extra hassle.
For me, Traefik’s ability to dynamically discover and configure new services is a game-changer. It eliminates the need for manual configuration every time a new service is added, which not only saves time but also reduces the risk of configuration errors. Additionally, its built-in support for HTTPS with real signed certificates ensures that all my applications are secure without extra hassle.
Fast and powerful reverse proxy with everything you need for your containerized infrastructure
What do you like best about the product?
Traefik makes setting up reverse proxies and load balancers super-easy to implement when using containerized infrastructure. If you're running Docker containers or Kubernetes clusters, the out-of-the-box integration is really solid and makes it so easy to configure once you know how it works. I use Traefik for both small homelabs and larger organizations, and it can fit well into these different environments.
One of the best parts about Traefik is that it includes a ton of functionality baked into the service, like automatic SSL certificate generation for your web applications and middleware to manipulate incoming requests. You don't need to deal with plugins or additional software nor modify your applications, and configuring them is straightforward. Having a lot of these systems in a single place helps managing things a breeze. The included dashboard is also useful to see your complete setup.
One of the best parts about Traefik is that it includes a ton of functionality baked into the service, like automatic SSL certificate generation for your web applications and middleware to manipulate incoming requests. You don't need to deal with plugins or additional software nor modify your applications, and configuring them is straightforward. Having a lot of these systems in a single place helps managing things a breeze. The included dashboard is also useful to see your complete setup.
What do you dislike about the product?
The initial learning curve can feel a bit steep as you get used to learning how to use Docker labels to configure Traefik or setting up a new ingress controller on Kubernetes. Documentation is good enough and comprehensive, but in the beginning it can be difficult to navigate for those new to Traefik, mostly because of all the functionality it includes.
Debugging issues can be a bit of a challenge at times, especially when involving more complex setups of routers and middleware. With all the points where something can go wrong and sometimes-unclear error logs, fixing problems when they arise can take quite some time to deal with.
Debugging issues can be a bit of a challenge at times, especially when involving more complex setups of routers and middleware. With all the points where something can go wrong and sometimes-unclear error logs, fixing problems when they arise can take quite some time to deal with.
What problems is the product solving and how is that benefiting you?
Traefik has helped me deal with a few things in my infrastructure:
- Managing routing rules for microservices to allow me to handle where my incoming traffic goes.
- Simple service discovery for new Docker containers which lets me add new microservices without needing additional configuration.
- Automatic SSL certificate generation so I don't have to worry about renewing them.
- Easy-to-add middleware options for rate limiting and basic authentication when needed.
- Managing routing rules for microservices to allow me to handle where my incoming traffic goes.
- Simple service discovery for new Docker containers which lets me add new microservices without needing additional configuration.
- Automatic SSL certificate generation so I don't have to worry about renewing them.
- Easy-to-add middleware options for rate limiting and basic authentication when needed.
Offers a good dashboard that provides a great overview to users
What is our primary use case?
At Razorpay, the tool is used as a reverse proxy, ingress controller, and CRD management. A year and a half ago, my company started to move from Traefik Enterprise v1.0 to Traefik Enterprise v2.0. The tool handles everything, including the integrations with our different cloud providers and some of the other features we use in our company, such as rate limiting, which is something that is available within Traefik Enterprise.
What is most valuable?
The most valuable feature of the solution stems from the fact that ingress management is way easier in Traefik Enterprise, and there are many tools present within Traefik Enterprise's repositories, which allowed us to easily transition to it. The tool's dashboard is very helpful in handling any issues that we might face as we get a very good overview straight up from Traefik Enterprise's dashboard, which helps us debug or do anything during any sort of production issue.
What needs improvement?
I would say that maybe along the same path that Traefik Enterprise is currently on, you have most of the things straight up in the UI that you can check even with minimal training. You can just use, understand, and debug things from the UI. There is still work to be done in the tool, which can ensure that anyone with just minimal know-how of the product doesn't have to really go into the terminal and see the status of routes, concierge routes, or whether certain things are up or not. One should be able to just check things straight up from the UI and get to know what kind of issues are there in the solution, and even though such a feature is already there in the tool, there is more work to be done in it.
I would not particularly recommend any improvements when it comes to the security of traffic. I think the tool is pretty pluggable in terms of whatever security we want to put in our routes, even though it is just as a middleware or just as a supporting product for whatever we have in our services.
For how long have I used the solution?
I have been using Traefik Enterprise for two and a half years. I am a user of the tool.
What do I think about the stability of the solution?
It is a stable solution. Stability-wise, I rate the solution a nine out of ten.
What do I think about the scalability of the solution?
The tool handles scalability pretty easily. Adding more instances of services and all are pretty intuitive to do using Traefik Enterprise.
There is a dedicated DevOps team in my company that basically is the first line for anything to do with dashboards or the onboarding of a new service onto it. Everything is handled by dedicated teams in my company, but other than that, every team has some people who work on the infra side. I would say that more than 100 people use the tool in my office.
Which solution did I use previously and why did I switch?
My company has used Envoy in the past.
How was the initial setup?
When my company was moving from Envoy to Traefik Enterprise, the tool's initial setup phase was a little difficult to manage in the beginning. Earlier, we had Traefik Enterprise v1.0, and then, eventually, we moved to Traefik Enterprise v2.0. Now, there is Traefik v3 as well. When moving to Traefik Enterprise v2.0, I felt the transition itself was a little bit difficult, but it was relatively smooth once the entire activity was completed.
The solution is deployed using AWS cloud services.
What's my experience with pricing, setup cost, and licensing?
One of the reasons why my company moved from Envoy, as well as the other in-house options, to Traefik Enterprise was because doing many things in-house was overkill. Traefik Enterprise was a relatively cheaper option for my company. I would say that Traefik Enterprise is cheaper than the other alternatives in the market.
What other advice do I have?
The API gateway functionality in Traefik Enterprise has improved our operations. With Envoy, managing all the routing and monitoring was much more difficult. Moving to Traefik Enterprise has made things easier for the ops teams in my company.
I have not yet integrated Traefik Enterprise with any type of AI.
My recommendations to someone depending on their use case and requirements. What AWS provides is good enough for you, and if the costs are also good enough for you, then you can stick to it. In our company's use case, we found Traefik Enterprise to be the most suitable tool for our environment. Everything depends on the particular scale that you are looking at or the particular type of API gateway functionalities that you need for your services, as well as what middleware functionalities you might need or what you might have in-house for yourself.
When I say a beginner, the whole realm of handling API gateways and service middlewares, I would say it is not a very beginner-friendly domain itself, but assuming that someone who has recently ventured into such areas but is experienced in general, then it should be pretty intuitive for them to use Traefik Enterprise.
There is some scope for improvement in the way a lot of things can be managed straight up from the UI. For power users, the tool is very intuitive, so I would say it is a pretty good product.
I rate the tool a nine out of ten.
If public cloud, private cloud, or hybrid cloud, which cloud provider do you use?
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
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