Padrino

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Padrino is a Ruby web framework built on Sinatra that adds generators, agnostic ORM support, mailers, caching, and an optional admin interface. The project site highlights Padrino 0.16.0 as a lightweight yet full-featured framework for JSON APIs through multi-page applications while staying mountable and Sinatra-compatible.

Updated 2026-10-04View sources

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Free access: Open-source Ruby framework distributed via GitHub with free documentation and generators
API access: Framework includes REST routing, helpers, and JSON API support for Ruby services

Is Padrino right for you?

A good fit for

Ruby teams wanting Sinatra’s simplicity with batteries included for admin, mailers, and structured project layout.

Before you choose

Framework adoption depends on Ruby runtime maintenance and community gems rather than a vendor-hosted runtime.

Ruby microframework stack

Padrino extends Sinatra with generators, middleware, and admin tooling so Ruby teams can grow beyond single-file micro apps.

What it can do

Features & capabilities

Unknown is different from unavailable. Each fact carries its own evidence.

Capability	Value	Evidence	Checked
Sinatra foundation	Homepage describes Padrino as built upon the Sinatra web library.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Admin generator	Site documents padrino-gen admin scaffolding with authentication and ORM adapters.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04
Mountable apps	Feature list emphasizes mounting multiple Padrino applications in one process.	Facts sourced	2026-10-04

Understand the total cost

Padrino pricing & plans

Free

Open-source Ruby framework distributed via GitHub with free documentation and generators

Access: Open-source Ruby framework distributed via GitHub with free documentation and generators

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The practical questions

Frequently asked questions

What is Padrino used for?

Does Padrino have a free plan?

Open-source Ruby framework distributed via GitHub with free documentation and generators. This record lists ongoing free access; check the plan limits before starting.

How much does Padrino cost?

No paid monthly price is listed; this record treats the product as free to start. See the plan cards for entitlements, billing commitments and seat minimums.

Can I use Padrino through an API?

Framework includes REST routing, helpers, and JSON API support for Ruby services. API access and subscription access may have different terms; consult the linked sources.

What should I check before choosing it?

Framework adoption depends on Ruby runtime maintenance and community gems rather than a vendor-hosted runtime.

Price history

No retained pricing changes yet. A current price alone does not establish a historical trend.

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