LavinMQ is a high-performance message queue and streaming server built for efficient message delivery. It implements AMQP 0-9-1 and MQTT 3.1.1, making it useful for applications that need reliable messaging, IoT communication, event processing, and backend service coordination. The server is written in Crystal, which helps it keep memory usage low while supporting high throughput. It is designed to handle very long queues, many client connections, and production workloads with minimal configuration. LavinMQ can be used as a lightweight alternative in RabbitMQ-compatible environments where AMQP-based clients are already common. Its main value is combining speed, low resource consumption, protocol compatibility, and operational simplicity in one open-source broker.
Features
- AMQP 0-9-1 protocol support
- MQTT 3.1.1 protocol support
- High-throughput message queuing
- Low memory usage design
- Long queue and many-connection handling
- Simple configuration and deployment workflow