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MariaDB MaxScale
What MariaDB MaxScale is
MariaDB MaxScale is a database traffic management product for MariaDB Server and other supported systems. It provides connection pooling, query routing, load balancing, and automatic failover. Supported back ends include MariaDB Server, MySQL-compatible servers, ColumnStore, Enterprise Cluster, and the MongoDB protocol. These functions can organize connections, direct queries, distribute workload, and respond when a server fails. MaxScale is listed for Linux and web access, with both deployment models available. It is a paid product with pricing provided on request and a 30-day trial. There is no free plan. Teams can assess whether its pooling, routing, balancing, and failover functions match their database environment. The supported database range includes MariaDB products, MySQL-compatible servers, ColumnStore, Enterprise Cluster, and MongoDB protocol, allowing one listed product to serve several database technology setups.
Who it suits
MaxScale suits teams managing supported MariaDB, MySQL-compatible, ColumnStore, Enterprise Cluster, or MongoDB-protocol systems. It is relevant when connection pooling, query routing, load balancing, or automatic failover is needed.
What it does well
- Connection pooling
- Query routing
- Load balancing
- Automatic failover
- Supports MariaDB and MySQL-compatible servers
What to know first
- Pricing is provided on request
- No free plan
- Only Linux and web platforms listed
Verdict
MariaDB MaxScale brings pooling, routing, balancing, and failover to several supported database systems. A 30-day trial is available before the paid purchase, whose pricing must be requested.
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