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FluentMigrator vs Liquibase
Both stand on database migration tools. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan LinuxMacSelf-hosted+1
FluentMigrator provides a code-based approach to schema changes, with rollback methods, migration tracking, and SQL preview. Check the .NET and database prerequisites and select the provider packages you need.
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Free plan APIExtensionLinux+3
Choose Liquibase if your team needs schema change management for CI/CD and values governance, drift detection, or rollback controls. Look elsewhere if you need a listed plan price or cannot meet Starter and Growth's revenue and separately billed services conditions.
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| FluentMigrator | Liquibase | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | API, Extension, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 4 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | fluentmigrator.github.io | liquibase.com |
| On database migration tools | #6 of 32 | #10 of 32 |
FluentMigrator: what it does well
- C# migrations define both apply and rollback methods.
- Supports providers including SQL Server and PostgreSQL.
- CLI can validate migrations before execution.
- CI/CD examples cover GitHub Actions, Azure DevOps, and Jenkins.
What to know first
- Requires .NET 8.0 or later.
- Provider packages must be selected separately.
- Requires a supported database and basic C# knowledge.
Liquibase: what it does well
- Free plan is available.
- Secure supports more than 65 databases.
- Rollback scripts can be generated or customized.
- Orchestration APIs support consistent change standards across teams.
- VS Code extension supports change work and policy checks.
What to know first
- Starter and Growth require separately billed professional services.
- Starter and Growth are limited by company revenue.
- Starter and Growth include standard business-hours support.
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