A Modern Alternative to Kepware
FlowFuse is the open, cloud-ready solution engineers choose to replace legacy tools like PTC Kepware. Build faster, integrate easier, and modernize your industrial workflows, without vendor lock-in.
Why Industrial Teams Are Moving Away from Kepware to FlowFuse
Built for the cloud
Run your automation flows wherever you need: edge, on-prem or cloud.
Open & extensible
Based on open-source Node-RED. No more black boxes.
Faster integrations
Native support for MQTT, OPC-UA, REST, and custom APIs.
Comparison
FlowFuse and Kepware at a Glance
| Features | FlowFuse | Kepware |
|---|---|---|
| Open-source base | Node-RED & OSS ecosystem | Proprietary stack |
| Vendor lock-in | None | Strong lock-in |
| Integration flexibility | MQTT, OPC-UA, REST, SQL… | Limited/custom connectors |
| License & scaling model | Transparent & usage-based | Expensive & tiered |
| Community and transparency | Active OSS community | Closed ecosystem |
| Future-proof architecture | Portable & cloud-ready | Uncertainty post-acquisition |
How to Switch from Kepware to FlowFuse
- Migration consultation: We analyze your current setup and challenges.
- Try FlowFuse with your data: Build real flows using your industrial environment.
- Go live with expert support: From pilot to full rollout, we’ve got your back.
Trusted by industrial teams worldwide to modernize their OT‑IT data infrastructure and edge architectures.
Ready to Leave Kepware Behind?
See how FlowFuse helps teams like yours modernize their industrial automation infrastructure, faster, more flexibly, and at lower cost. Book a Demo with a FlowFuse Expert.