About this software
k6 is a performance testing tool that uses JavaScript to author load test scripts and measure application behavior under load. Grafana's commercial k6 offerings include a hosted cloud service and enterprise options that scale test execution, collect metrics, and integrate with observability tools.
It is intended for developers, QA, and SRE teams who need automated performance testing in CI/CD pipelines and observability workflows.
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Benefits
- Script with JavaScript: Write load tests using standard JavaScript syntax and APIs
- Cloud and self-hosted options: Run tests on Grafana-hosted cloud or self-managed enterprise infrastructure
- CI/CD integration: Integrate tests into build pipelines and automated workflows
- Metrics and observability: Export performance metrics to Grafana and other observability tools
- Scalable load generation: Execute large-scale distributed load tests across multiple locations
Available languages
- English
Support information
- Documentation and guides: Comprehensive user docs and tutorials are available on the k6 website
- Community forum and GitHub: Community discussions and the open-source repository provide support and issue reporting channels
- Commercial support options: Paid customers can access Grafana commercial support for k6 offerings
- Training and resources: Training materials and webinars are published by Grafana and partners
- Release notes and changelogs: Version histories and changelogs are published with each k6 release
Frequently asked questions
What scripting language does k6 use for tests?
k6 uses JavaScript (ES6) for writing test scripts, with a k6-specific API for virtual user behavior, checks, and thresholds.
What deployment options are available for commercial k6?
Commercial k6 is available as a hosted cloud service and as enterprise self-hosted deployments for on-premises or private-cloud environments.
How does k6 integrate with observability tools?
k6 exports metrics to backends including Grafana, InfluxDB, and other telemetry systems using supported exporters and integrations.
Can k6 tests run in CI/CD pipelines?
Yes, k6 provides CLI and automation-friendly interfaces enabling test execution and result export within CI/CD workflows.
What teams benefit most from k6?
Developers, QA engineers, performance engineers, and SREs use k6 for automated load testing, performance validation, and scalability checks.