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LiteDB vs PouchDB
Both stand on embedded databases. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
LiteDB combines embedded storage, transaction support and multiple query options in a single DLL. Consider the documented document-size limit and encryption details when planning how to store and protect data.
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PouchDB is a free option for local JavaScript data storage with replication to compatible servers. Check server protocol compatibility, and account for the separate plugin needed for Mango queries.
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| LiteDB | PouchDB | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Self-hosted, Windows | Android, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 1 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | litedb.org | pouchdb.com |
| On embedded databases | #11 of 30 | #15 of 30 |
LiteDB: what it does well
- Free for commercial use under the MIT License
- Stores data in a single datafile
- Supports ACID transactions and WAL recovery
- Offers SQL-like commands, LINQ and EXPLAIN plans
- NuGet installation and LiteDB.Studio administration tool
What to know first
- Each root BSON document has a 16 MB limit
- Changing or removing an encryption password requires rebuilding the datafile
- Encryption documentation specifies ECB mode
PouchDB: what it does well
- Stores application data locally while offline.
- Replication can retry after connection failures when configured.
- Supports browsers, Node.js, and several app environments.
- Documents can contain image or audio attachments.
What to know first
- Cannot replicate with backends lacking the CouchDB protocol.
- Mango queries require a separate plugin.
- Cordova SQLite can allow more storage than IndexedDB and WebSQL.
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