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RoadRunner

by Spiral Scout · Since 2011
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Quick facts
VendorSpiral Scout
Year launched2011
StatusActive
LocationSan Francisco, California
Countries servedGlobal
Languages7
Integrations
Free tier
Free trial
Contact salesYES

About RoadRunner

RoadRunner by Spiral Scout is a high performance PHP application server built in Go. It keeps PHP workers warm to reduce latency and supports HTTP, HTTP/2, and gRPC for modern APIs. The server can run background jobs with multiple queue drivers and integrate with observability tools for logging and metrics. RoadRunner is cross platform and works with PHP 7 and above without extensions. Key capabilities: Persistent PHP workers for faster response HTTP and gRPC server support Queue and job processing adapters Error reporting with Sentry or Prometheus hooks Cross platform deployment and PHP 7+ compatibility Best for: Teams running PHP services that need better throughput.

RoadRunner is a high-performance PHP application server, load balancer, and process manager developed using Golang. It is designed to optimize PHP applications by utilizing Golang’s multi-threading and goroutines, making it ideal for handling enterprise-level projects with continuous heavy loads. RoadRunner is cross-platform, supporting Mac OS, Windows, Linux, FreeBSD, and ARM systems, which makes it a versatile tool for developers looking for seamless integration with PHP 7 or higher. This eliminates the need for extensions or custom builds, ensuring easy deployment in production environments. One of RoadRunner's standout features is its high-performance optimization, which significantly enhances the speed of PHP applications while reducing server load. Its production-ready status means it is already being used in large-scale environments with constant traffic, making it highly reliable for enterprises. Moreover, it supports modern protocols like HTTP/2 and gRPC, allowing for improved communication between services. The server also provides a robust error management system that ensures smooth operation, with built-in support for error reporting tools like Sentry and Prometheus.

Pros & Cons

What users like
  • +High-performance optimization for PHP applications.
  • +Cross-platform support for different OS environments.
  • +Seamless integration with PHP 7+ without additional extensions.
  • +Extensive error handling and reporting features.
  • +Support for HTTP/2, gRPC, and queue systems.
What users flag
  • No graphical user interface (command-line based).
  • Pricing details are not publicly available.

Features

Key features

High Performance
Utilizes Golang's multi-threading and goroutines to enhance PHP application speed while reducing server load.
Production Ready
Can be deployed in large-scale production environments without further modification.
Cross-Platform
Works on multiple operating systems including Mac OS, Linux, and Windows.
No Extensions Required
Works out-of-the-box with PHP 7 and above, with no need for additional extensions.
Error Management
Offers rich error handling with integration options for Sentry and Prometheus.
HTTP/2 and gRPC Support
Supports modern protocols like HTTP/2 and gRPC to enhance communication performance.

Additional features

Golang Extension Support
Integrate Golang libraries using the Goridge RPC protocol.
Queue Support
Operates as a queue consumer, supporting in-memory queue, AMQP, Amazon SQS, and Beanstalk.
AWS Lambda Integration
RoadRunner can be integrated with AWS Lambda to improve the performance of PHP applications in serverless contexts.
Custom HTTP Middleware
Provides flexibility to create custom HTTP middleware for tasks like rate-limiting.
Logging and Reporting
RoadRunner's internal event system facilitates performance monitoring and error reporting.
Multi-threading
Leverages Golang’s multi-threading capabilities for maximum efficiency.

Pricing

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Countries & Languages

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Countries served
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Interface languages
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