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Apache Solr vs CrateDB
Both stand on spatial 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
Solr combines varied search modes with distributed operation, administration, and listed security capabilities. Note that older versions below 9.10 no longer receive updates, and future release timing is not announced in advance.
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Visit CrateDB The facts
| Apache Solr | CrateDB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Yes | Yes |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 2 | 17 |
| Maker | Not published | CrateDB |
| Website | solr.apache.org | cratedb.com |
| On spatial databases | #1 of 40 | #2 of 40 |
Apache Solr: what it does well
- Supports full-text, vector, and geospatial search.
- Offers faceting, autocomplete, and result clustering.
- Provides distributed indexing and automated failover.
- Includes SSL, authentication, and role-based authorization.
What to know first
- Release dates are not scheduled in advance.
- Versions below 9.10 are end of life.
CrateDB: what it does well
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