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Node-RED

nodered.org
No-Code/Low-Code
Weekend Project

Low-code programming for event-driven applications

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Overview

Node-RED is a low-code programming platform that enables users to collect, transform, and visualize real-time data through visual flows. Built on Node.js, it allows anyone to build event-driven applications for home automation, industrial control systems, and data processing. It runs on various platforms from edge devices like Raspberry Pi to cloud services.

Features

16 features across 8 categories

Core Functionality(2)

Event-Driven Architecture

Built on Node.js event-driven, non-blocking model for efficient processing

Visual Flow Builder

Low-code interface for building applications through visual flows

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Data Processing(3)

Data Collection

Collect data from various sources in real-time

Data Transformation

Transform collected data as part of workflows

Data Visualization

Visualize real-time data through the platform

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Deployment(5)

BeagleBone Black Support

Run on BeagleBone Black hardware

Cloud Deployment

Deploy to cloud platforms including Amazon Web Services and Microsoft Azure

Docker Support

Deploy Node-RED using Docker containers

Edge Computing Support

Run on low-cost hardware at the edge of the network such as Raspberry Pi

Raspberry Pi Support

Run on Raspberry Pi devices

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Extensibility(1)

Node Library

Access to over 5,000 community-built Nodes and Flows

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Integration(1)

Arduino Integration

Interact with Arduino devices

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Management(1)

FlowFuse Device Agent

Device agent for managing Node-RED instances

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Platform Support(1)

Android Support

Support for Android platform

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Use Case(2)

Home Automation

Support for home automation applications

Industrial Control Systems

Support for industrial control system applications

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Cost Calculator

Pricing data not available for Node-RED. Check their website for current pricing.

Build vs Buy

Should you build a Node-RED alternative or buy the subscription? Estimate based on 16 features.

Buy Node-RED

Better Value
Monthly costContact Sales
3-year totalVaries
Time to deployDays

Build Your Own

Development cost$12,000
Maintenance$180/mo
3-year total$18,480
Dev time~1 months

Buying Node-RED saves ~$18,480 over 3 years vs building.

Estimates based on 16 features and a BuildScore of 5/5. Actual costs vary.

Integrations

6 known integrations

Amazon Web ServicesArduinoDockerFlowFuseMicrosoft AzureNode.js