# WSO2 API Manager: how AI models rank it, September 2026

IT AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition. Named in 21 judge labels across 2 categories by 11 of 12 models. Page: https://it-ai-index.com/vendors/wso2-api-manager/

## Standing by category

| Category | Share | Rank | Negative rate | Labels |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| API management | 4% | 6 | 20% | 20 |
| API gateways | 0% | 43 | 100% | 1 |

## What the models said for it

- "I'd usually recommend WSO2 API Platform / API Manager if you want a single, integrated API lifecycle + developer portal" (GPT-5.4 mini, API management)
- "Best overall for limited budget: Tyk or WSO2" (GPT-5.4 mini, API management)
- "WSO2 API Manager - if you prefer open-source with strong portal capabilities" (Claude Haiku 4.5, API management)
- "WSO2 if you want a comprehensive solution with strong community support" (MiniMax M2.5, API management)

## And against it

- "Multiple critical vulnerabilities (e.g., CVE-2026-5430: CVSS 10.0 auth bypass allowing full admin takeover)" (Grok 4.1 Fast, API management)
- "Complex configuration, steep learning curve, and resource-intensive" (GLM 4.7 FlashX, API management)
- "WSO2 has historically struggled with "Commercial Edition" adoption and clear pricing models" (Qwen 3.7 Flash, API management)
- "Approach with caution: WSO2 API Manager (maintenance and community support concerns)" (DeepSeek V4 Flash, API gateways)

## Record

- Method: https://it-ai-index.com/methodology/
- Raw judge labels and full responses: https://it-ai-index.com/data/
- License: CC BY 4.0. Cite as IT AI Recommendation Index, September 2026 Edition, it-ai-index.com.