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Apache Atlas vs CastorDoc
Both stand on data lineage tools. 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 APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
Choose Apache Atlas if your team needs open-source metadata governance, lineage, and classification controls in a self-hosted environment. Consider another option if your deployment cannot accommodate building and packaging Atlas for an environment with HBase and Solr.
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CastorDoc combines catalog search, lineage and governance with optional AI assistance. Its metadata-focused approach and broad connector list fit organizations organizing data assets across multiple systems.
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| Apache Atlas | CastorDoc | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | A free trial |
| Open source | Yes | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web | API, Extension, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 2 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | atlas.apache.org | castordoc.com |
| On data lineage tools | #1 of 43 | #17 of 43 |
Apache Atlas: what it does well
- Define metadata types, entities, and relationships.
- Propagate classifications through data lineage.
- Search by type, classification, attribute, or free text.
- Fine-grained controls cover entities and classification operations.
- REST endpoints cover metadata, lineage, and discovery.
What to know first
- Deployment involves an environment with HBase and Solr.
- Requires installing and operating server software.
CastorDoc: what it does well
- Natural-language search for data assets
- Automated column-level lineage mapping
- PII and PHI detection with tagging
- Role- and attribute-based access controls
- Metadata ingestion without underlying data access
What to know first
- No free plan
- Pricing is available on request
- Generated SQL should be reviewed
- AI features are disabled by default
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