Side by side
Arches vs Diskover
Both stand on data management platforms. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan Web
Visit Arches Free plan Open source APILinuxMac+3
Diskover brings file metadata from storage platforms into a searchable catalog and supports automation through rules and plugins. Organizations should request pricing and account for optional AI and industry add-ons.
Visit DiskoverThe facts
| Arches | Diskover | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Yes |
| Runs on | Web | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Free or on request |
| Plans published | None | 6 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | archesproject.org | diskoverdata.com |
| On data management platforms | #3 of 30 | #1 of 30 |
Arches: what it does well
Diskover: what it does well
- Indexes metadata without moving or copying underlying data.
- Parallel scans can reuse cached results.
- Catalog combines core and enriched attributes.
- More than 50 plugins are described as requiring no code.
- Offers browser-based access.
What to know first
- Annual plan prices are not published.
- AI connector and industry add-ons cost extra.
- Dedicated support requires a subscription.
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