Below is a quick, opinionated snapshot. For deeper dives, open each tool’s page.
Tool | Language / DSL | Protocols | Best for |
---|---|---|---|
k6 | JavaScript | HTTP, WS | DX, CI/CD, cloud option |
JMeter | GUI/XML | HTTP(S), JDBC, etc. | Broad protocol coverage |
Locust | Python | HTTP, WS | Python teams, web UI |
Gatling | Scala DSL | HTTP | High‑performance HTTP |
Artillery | YAML/JS | HTTP, WS | Node.js & microservices |