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Aerospike Database vs Apache Geode
Both stand on in-memory databases. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
Aerospike Database offers multiple data models, storage choices, and replication modes in one engine. Check edition support and licensing notes for connectors and security features when assessing fit.
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Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+2
Apache Geode combines distributed data management, transactions, queries, and WAN replication in a free package. Teams should plan to configure security measures because they are not enabled by default.
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| Aerospike Database | Apache Geode | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Aerospike Database | Not published |
| Website | aerospike.com | geode.apache.org |
| On in-memory databases | #1 of 25 | #2 of 25 |
Aerospike Database: what it does well
- One engine supports three data models.
- Aerospike 8 provides distributed ACID transactions.
- Offers several memory and flash storage options.
- Supports asynchronous and synchronous replication.
- Client libraries are listed for multiple languages.
What to know first
- No plan prices are listed.
- Connectors require additional licensing.
- Some enterprise security features require additional licensing.
Apache Geode: what it does well
- Free binary and source distributions under the Apache License
- Distributed ACID transactions and OQL queries with joins
- WAN replication supports multiple cluster topologies
- In-memory storage includes optional off-heap and disk features
- Persistence supports parallel recovery of nodes or clusters
What to know first
- Security protections are absent from the default installation
- Hosted support relies on a mailing list and issue tracker
- Listed client libraries are Java, C++, and C# .NET Framework
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