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Redis vs Varnish Enterprise comparison

RedisLabs and Varnish Software are both solutions in the In-Memory Data Store Services category. RedisLabs is ranked #1 with an average rating of 8.7, while Varnish Software is ranked #6 with an average rating of 8.0. RedisLabs holds a 19.0% mindshare in IMDS, compared to Varnish Software’s 0.6% mindshare. Additionally, 100% of RedisLabs users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of Varnish Software users who would recommend it.
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100% willing to recommend
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100% willing to recommend
 

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Categories and Ranking

Redis
Ranking in In-Memory Data Store Services
1st
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
8.0
Number of Reviews
22
Ranking in other categories
NoSQL Databases (7th), Vector Databases (4th)
Varnish Enterprise
Ranking in In-Memory Data Store Services
6th
Average Rating
8.0
Number of Reviews
1
Ranking in other categories
No ranking in other categories
 

Mindshare comparison

As of July 2025, in the In-Memory Data Store Services category, the mindshare of Redis is 19.0%, up from 17.1% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of Varnish Enterprise is 0.6%, up from 0.3% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.
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Featured Reviews

Yaseer Arafat - PeerSpot reviewer
Unmatched Performance and Scalability for Modern Applications
Redis has room for improvement in a few areas. Enhanced tools for managing and monitoring clusters would be beneficial, as would built-in security mechanisms like advanced encryption and granular access controls. Simplifying setup and configuration could make Redis more accessible to new users. Introducing more enterprise-grade features, such as better multi-tenancy support and improved backup and restore capabilities, would also be advantageous. For the next release, it would be great to see enhanced cluster management tools, native multi-region supports for better data redundancy, integrated analytics for deeper insights, AI and ML integration features, and improved developer experience through enhanced SDKs and tools.
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Rogier Timmermans - PeerSpot reviewer
Easy to install, very light, extremely fast, and provides direct access to the pipeline
The programmability is fun to use. I get direct access to the pipeline. I use it to correct a few things that our clients and servers don't like. So I do some on-the-fly corrections and a little hacking, and it works better. The tool is really easy to install, very light, and extremely fast. It requires low maintenance. I'm quite pleased with the product. It is easy to learn the product. It's all documented properly. The person who wants to learn the tool must know how to deal with such products. However, it is relatively simple. It's running well in our organization, and nobody needs to touch it. We haven't really touched any configuration in over a year as it's still working great. It has been running my same VCL code ever since initial deployment. It has been running stable since, apart from some minor optimizations here and there.
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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

Pros

"The ability to fetch and save data quickly is valuable."
"It makes operations more efficient. The information processing is very fast, and very responsive. It's all about the technology."
"The best thing about Redis is its ability to handle large amounts of data without frequently hitting the database. You can store data in temporary memory, especially for high-volume data."
"The performance of Redis is very fast."
"The solution is fast, provides good performance, and is not too expensive."
"Redis provides an easy setup and operation process, allowing users to quickly connect and use it without hassle."
"Redis is a simple, powerful, and fast solution."
"Redis is good for distributed caching management."
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"The tool is really easy to install, very light, and extremely fast."
 

Cons

"If we use a lot of data, it will eventually cost us a lot."
"There are some features from MongoDB that I would like to see included in Redis to enhance its overall efficiency, such as the ability to perform remote behaviour. MongoDB is more efficient in handling updates than deletions and is quicker in processing updates, but it can be slower regarding deletions. This can sometimes pose a challenge, especially when dealing with large datasets or frequent data manipulations that involve deletions. In such cases, I often rewrite columns or update values instead of directly deleting data, as it can be more efficient."
"For the PubSub feature, we had to create our own tools to monitor the events."
"I would prefer it if there was more information available about Redis. That would make it easier for new beginners. Currently, there is a lack of resources."
"The tool should improve by increasing its size limits and handling dynamic data better. We use the client ID or associate it with a key for static content. The solution will not be easy for a beginner. Unless you understand SQL data, it will be difficult to understand and use Redis. It also needs to be user-friendly."
"The initial setup took some time as our technical team needed to familiarize themselves with Redis."
"The only thing is the lack of a GUI application. There was a time when we needed to resolve an issue in production. If we had a GUI, it would have been easier."
"Sometimes, we use Redis as a cluster, and the clusters can sometimes suffer some issues and bring some downtime to your application."
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"The monitoring features must be improved."
 

Pricing and Cost Advice

"We saw an ROI. It made the processing of our transactions faster."
"Redis is an open-source product."
"The tool is open-source. There are no additional costs."
"Redis is an open-source solution. There are not any hidden fees."
"Redis is not an overpriced solution."
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Financial Services Firm
23%
Computer Software Company
13%
Educational Organization
7%
Comms Service Provider
6%
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Company Size

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Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Redis?
Redis is better tested and is used by large companies. I haven't found a direct alternative to what Redis offers. Plus, there are a lot of support and learning resources available, which help you u...
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What needs improvement with Redis?
There are a few areas where Redis could improve. The pub-sub capabilities could be optimized to handle network sessions better, as there are challenges with maintaining sessions between clients and...
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What is your primary use case for Redis?
We use Redis ( /products/redis-reviews ) for several purposes, including ranking, counting, saving, sharing, caching, and setting time-to-live notifications. These functionalities are employed acro...
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Varnish Enterprise?
We got a decent deal on the product. Since we had very limited feature usage, we pushed for a good deal. Since we are not using high-end features and open source would suffice, we can get the tool ...
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What needs improvement with Varnish Enterprise?
The monitoring features could be improved for an enterprise solution. We can see quite a few things, but getting better visibility on what is going wrong would be nice. If I really need to pinpoint...
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What is your primary use case for Varnish Enterprise?
We implemented the solution for web caching in 2022. We auto-update the tool so that we don't face any security issues. We are a broadcasting company. We have many OTT clients that request a lot of...
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Overview

Redis is a high-performance, scalable, and easy-to-use caching solution that improves application performance. It is also used for session management, real-time analytics, and as a message broker. 

Redis's valuable features include its ability to handle large amounts of data quickly, its simplicity and straightforward setup process, and its support for various data structures, providing flexibility for different use cases.

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Varnish Enterprise significantly boosts web performance through advanced caching, enhancing content delivery and handling high traffic volumes. The tool's customization with VCL and robust SSL/TLS support ensure adaptable, secure, and efficient operations across various industries, making it a critical solution for dynamic and high-demand websites.

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