Resin
Application server software
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What is Resin
Resin is a Java application server used to run and manage Java web applications that implement Java Servlet and JSP specifications. It targets teams deploying Java web apps that need an embeddable server option or a standalone runtime for production environments. Resin is commonly associated with the Caucho Technology ecosystem and includes both open source and commercial editions, with operational features such as clustering and session management depending on edition and configuration.
Java Servlet/JSP runtime
Resin provides a dedicated runtime for Java web applications based on Servlet and JSP technologies. It supports typical application-server needs such as request handling, session management, and deployment of WAR-based applications. This makes it suitable for organizations standardizing on Java web stacks rather than polyglot web servers.
Embeddable deployment option
Resin can be embedded into Java applications, enabling teams to package the server with the application for controlled deployments. This approach can simplify distribution and reduce reliance on externally managed server installations. It is useful for appliances, on-prem software distributions, and environments where immutable deployments are preferred.
Operational features for scaling
Resin includes features aimed at production operations such as clustering and load distribution capabilities (often associated with the commercial edition). These capabilities support scaling out Java web applications and improving availability. For teams that need an integrated server-centric approach, this can reduce the need to assemble multiple separate components.
Limited modern ecosystem momentum
Compared with several widely adopted Java runtimes and servers, Resin has a smaller current community footprint and fewer recent third-party integrations. This can affect the availability of up-to-date documentation, examples, and operational tooling. Organizations may need to rely more heavily on vendor documentation and internal expertise.
Edition and feature split
Resin historically ships in open source and commercial variants, with some production-oriented capabilities associated with paid licensing. This can complicate evaluation when teams prototype on one edition and later require features available only in another. Procurement and long-term support planning may require additional diligence.
Narrower scope than full platforms
Resin focuses on Java web application serving rather than providing a broad platform that includes adjacent services such as edge delivery, control panels, or extensive PaaS-style management. Teams may need additional components for TLS automation, advanced traffic management, or centralized administration at scale. This increases integration and operational overhead in heterogeneous environments.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Resin Professional — 4 cores per CPU | $849 / year | Licensed annually for public, private and hybrid cloud deployments; a license activates all Resin v3.x and Resin v4.x. (Resin Professional). cite |
| Resin Professional — 6 cores per CPU | $1,249 / year | Same as above (Resin Professional). cite |
| Resin Professional — 8 cores per CPU | $1,649 / year | Same as above (Resin Professional). cite |
| Resin Professional — 10+ cores per CPU | Contact sales (custom pricing) | For 10+ cores contact sales (sales@caucho.com) or phone; technical support and enterprise options available. cite |
Notes: Prices listed are taken from Caucho's official Resin pricing page and are annual license fees per CPU core tier. Technical support and other custom solutions are available by contacting Caucho sales. cite
Seller details
Caucho Technology, Inc.
San Diego, CA, USA
1998
Private
https://caucho.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/caucho-technology/
