Node-RED
A visual programming platform for building automated data workflows and application integrations
- Also known as
- node-red
What is Node-RED?
Node-RED enables users to create applications for processing and displaying streaming data through a visual, component-based interface. It supports a wide range of automation scenarios from personal projects to enterprise operations, accessible to users with varying technical backgrounds.
Platform & deployment
Independently observed- CLI
- Web
- Linux
- Cloud / SaaS
- On-premise
- Self-hosted
Integrations (2)
Independently observed- Arduino
- MQTT
Security & compliance
Known vulnerabilities: 0 (0 in the last 12 months) sourcea count reflects scale & disclosure, not quality
Node-RED FAQ
Common questions about Node-RED, answered from independent, dated evidence.
What is Node-RED?
Node-RED is a low-code development environment for creating event-driven applications. It enables users to build flows that collect, transform, and visualize data, suitable for applications ranging from home automation to large-scale industrial systems. It is indexed under Workflow Automation Software.
Source: https://nodered.org
What platforms does Node-RED support?
Node-RED supports the web and Android. Platforms we have not confirmed are simply not listed here rather than ruled out.
Source: https://nodered.org
Can Node-RED be self-hosted?
Yes. Node-RED can be deployed cloud / SaaS and self-hosted, so it does not have to run on the vendor's infrastructure.
Source: https://nodered.org
Node-RED alternatives
Other workflow automation software we track, ranked by the same independent score.
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| Signal | Score | Weight | Contribution | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Reliability | 50 | 0.07 | 3.7 | ✓ |
| Integrations | 14 | 0.04 | 0.6 | ✓ |
| Price level | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Capabilities | 0 | 0.05 | 0.0 | - |
| Security posture | 0 | 0.07 | 0.0 | - |
| Pricing transparency | 0 | 0.08 | 0.0 | - |
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Content
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Faq | 3 items | mediumsource · 2026-09-10 · 60% |
Integrations
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Count | 2 | mediumsource · 2026-09-01 · 60% |
Release
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| History | 20 items | mediumsource · 2026-09-08 · 70% |
Reliability
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Status page | Yes | mediumsource · 2026-09-01 · 60% |
Security
| Attribute | Value | Evidence |
|---|---|---|
| Vulnerabilities | Count: 0 · Source: https://advisories.ecosyste.ms/api/v1/advisories?ecosystem=npm&package_name=%40node-red%2Fnodes&per_page=100 · Last 12m: 0 | highsource · 2026-09-08 · 90% |
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