redis-operator
redis-operator is a Kubernetes controller written in Go that automates Redis deployment and lifecycle management across multiple topologies (standalone, cluster, replication, sentinel). It handles failover, recovery, built-in monitoring via redis-exporter, and TLS security, aiming to reduce operational complexity for teams running Redis on Kubernetes.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | OT-CONTAINER-KIT/redis-operator |
| Owner | OT-CONTAINER-KIT |
| Primary language | Go |
| License | Apache-2.0 — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 1.4k |
| Forks | 373 |
| Open issues | 206 |
| Latest release | v0.25.0 (2026-05-13) |
| Last updated | 2026-07-03 |
| Source | https://github.com/OT-CONTAINER-KIT/redis-operator |
What redis-operator is
A CRD-based Kubernetes operator implementing Redis cluster orchestration with support for failover/recovery, Prometheus integration (via ServiceMonitor), password-based auth, IPv4/IPv6 networking, and TLS encryption. Built on the operator-framework pattern with quay.io container images (redis, sentinel, exporter) and Helm deployment support.
Get the redis-operator source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
git clone https://github.com/OT-CONTAINER-KIT/redis-operator.gitcd redis-operator# follow the project's README for install & configurationNeed it deployed, integrated, or customized instead? DEV.co ships production installs.
Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Requires Kubernetes cluster (version not explicitly stated in data); operator-framework dependencies must be compatible with your control plane.
- Redis versions must be ≥6.x; verify container image quay.io/opstree/redis availability and image pull policies in your registry/network environment.
- TLS, IPv6, and password authentication are configurable; enable selectively based on security posture and network topology.
- Prometheus/Grafana integration is built-in but requires existing Prometheus deployment; ServiceMonitor CRD optional but recommended for scrape auto-discovery.
- Helm chart is primary deployment vehicle; review values and CRD installation order to avoid bootstrap timing issues.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- Redis < 6.x requirement — Operator explicitly supports only Redis versions 6.x and above; legacy Redis 5 or earlier deployments are not supported.
- Non-Kubernetes deployments — This is a Kubernetes-native operator; it provides no value for bare-metal or VM-based Redis installations outside a K8s cluster.
- Minimal operational overhead tolerance — Operator adds a control-plane component and CRD learning curve; teams seeking the simplest possible Redis setup may find overhead unjustified.
- High open-issue count sensitivity — 206 open issues suggest active development but also potential unfixed bugs or feature gaps; critical production deployments should review issue backlog.
License & commercial use
Licensed under Apache License 2.0 (Apache-2.0), a permissive OSI-approved license allowing commercial use, modification, and distribution with attribution.
Apache-2.0 is permissive and allows commercial use without requiring source disclosure. However, organizations should review the operator's security and stability posture (206 open issues) and conduct due diligence before deploying to production. Commercial support or service guarantees are not mentioned in the data provided; contact OpsTree Solutions for SLA/support terms.
DEV.co evaluation signals
Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.
| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Adequate |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Moderate |
| DEV.co fit | Good |
| Assessment confidence | High |
Operator supports TLS encryption, password-based and password-less auth, and IPv4/IPv6 isolation. No explicit security audit, CVE disclosure process, or vulnerability management data provided. RBAC, network policies, and Pod Security Standards enforcement are not detailed. Teams should review operator's own security posture (e.g., RBAC roles, secret handling) and conduct threat modeling for sensitive Redis workloads.
Alternatives to consider
Redis Enterprise Operator (Redis Inc.)
Commercial, vendor-supported operator with additional features (active-active, modules) and SLAs; choose if vendor support and advanced features justify cost.
Helm charts (redis community charts)
Simpler, lower-overhead deployment for stateless Redis setups; avoids operator complexity if you don't need automated failover or cluster recovery.
Manual kubectl + StatefulSets
Maximum control, no operator overhead; suitable for teams with deep Kubernetes/Redis expertise and tolerance for manual failover and recovery.
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redis-operator FAQ
Does redis-operator support Redis versions older than 6?
Is Prometheus monitoring required?
Can I use redis-operator on non-Kubernetes infrastructure?
Is commercial support available?
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