# HyperSwitch vs Node RED

> Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.

| | HyperSwitch | Node RED |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 81/100 | 81/100 |
| Rank in category | #2 of 9 in Fintech | #1 of 26 in Automation |
| GitHub stars | 45 506 ✓ | 23 790 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +1 676 ✓ | +108 |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 2 | 21 ✓ |
| Latest release | v1.127.0 · 23 Sept 2026 | 4.1.17 · 21 Oct 2026 ✓ |
| Setup | Advanced | Easy ✓ |
| Official Docker image | Yes | Yes |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Main language | Rust | JavaScript |

## Which one should you pick?

HyperSwitch and Node RED score the same (81/100), so the choice comes down to the details below.

Node RED ships more often: 21 stable releases in the past year, against 2 for HyperSwitch.

If you want the quickest setup, Node RED is easier to run; HyperSwitch needs more configuration.

HyperSwitch is growing faster right now (+1 676 stars in 30 days).

## Details

- [HyperSwitch](https://selfhost.directory/project/hyperswitch) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/hyperswitch.md)
- [Node RED](https://selfhost.directory/project/node-red) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/node-red.md)

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Source: https://selfhost.directory/compare/hyperswitch-vs-node-red