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Infinispan vs simpleCache
Both stand on caching software. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted
Infinispan combines distributed in-memory storage with search, caching, and transaction features, and can be deployed in several forms. Its release-specific support policy is worth checking when selecting a version.
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Choose simpleCache if you work in R and want to reuse objects across analysis scripts, sessions, or pipeline runs. Its batchtools interface also supports cluster resource manager workflows. Look elsewhere if you need a hosted service rather than a self-hosted package.
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| Infinispan | simpleCache | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Linux, Self-hosted | Mac, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Not published |
| Plans published | 1 | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | infinispan.org | code.databio.org |
| On caching software | #10 of 27 | #14 of 27 |
Infinispan: what it does well
- Free under the Apache 2.0 license.
- Supports vector search and semantic search features.
- Can run embedded, as a server, or in containers.
- Provides several client libraries and connection protocols.
- Includes access controls and encryption features.
What to know first
- Only the latest minor release of a major version is supported.
- The support policy distinguishes limited support levels.
simpleCache: what it does well
- Free package distributed under the 2-Clause BSD License.
- Loads an existing cache or creates one when needed.
- Can list, delete, recreate, and reload caches.
- Supports assigning cached objects to environments, including the global environment.
- Interfaces with batchtools for cluster resource managers.
What to know first
- Cache names should identify objects that are not planned to change.
- Deployment is self-hosted.
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