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Aerospike Database vs Apache Ignite
Both stand on key-value 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
Choose Apache Ignite if you need a free, open-source distributed database with SQL, partition-spanning transactions, and an in-memory primary tier. It is a fit for teams comfortable with self-hosted deployment; teams seeking a different deployment model should look elsewhere.
Visit Apache IgniteThe facts
| Aerospike Database | Apache Ignite | |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | ignite.apache.org |
| On key-value databases | #1 of 31 | #2 of 31 |
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 Ignite: what it does well
- ACID transactions span partitions using Raft consensus.
- MVCC snapshot isolation supports non-blocking reads.
- Schema changes can happen without stopping the cluster.
- Native clients are listed for Java, .NET, C++, and Python.
- Free and open source, with multiple download formats.
What to know first
- Data is primarily held in memory; persistence uses AIPERSIST.
- Deployment is self-hosted.
- The listed platforms are API, Linux, and self-hosted.
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