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MariaDB Server vs MySQL
Both stand on database software. 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
MariaDB Server is a free, self-hosted database with broad workload support, storage-engine options, and MySQL compatibility. Its open-source licence and available documentation make the project information accessible to adopters.
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Free plan APILinuxMac+2
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| MariaDB Server | MySQL | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows | API, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Free or on request | See the plans |
| Plans published | 1 | 18 |
| Maker | MariaDB Server | Not published |
| Website | mariadb.org | mysql.com |
| On database software | #17 of 74 | #13 of 74 |
MariaDB Server: what it does well
- Released under GPLv2 and guaranteed to remain open source.
- Supports multiple storage engines.
- Includes JSON functions and an Oracle syntax compatibility mode.
- Community LTS binaries are released for three years.
What to know first
- Deployment is self-hosted.
- Community LTS binaries are released for three years after general availability.
MySQL: what it does well
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