jBPM vs Camunda – Which One Should You Choose?
Introduction When choosing a BPM (Business Process Management) engine for Java-based workflow automation, two names often come up: jBPM Camunda Both are powerful, BPMN 2.0–compliant workflow engines used in enterprise systems. However, they differ significantly in architecture, ecosystem, learning curve, and use cases . This blog helps you decide which one is right for your project . What Is jBPM? jBPM is an open-source BPM platform that is part of the KIE (Knowledge Is Everything) ecosystem , along with Drools and DMN. Key Characteristics Strong BPMN + DMN + Rules integration Highly customizable Deep Java embedding Preferred in complex enterprise orchestration jBPM is often used where process + rules + decisions must work together tightly. What Is Camunda? Camunda is a developer-focused BPM platform known for its simplicity, clean APIs, and strong REST support . Key Characteristics Excellent BPMN execution engine Strong external task p...