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Top 48 Embedded Databases

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Industries:AllIoTGamingFinanceRetail
Database Types:AllEmbeddedKey-ValueDocumentRelational
Query Languages:AllCustom APINoSQLRESTSQL
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LevelDB Logo
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2011
High read/write performance, Simple and lightweight, Optimized for fast storageLimited to key-value storage, Not a relational database, No built-in replicationKey-Value, Embedded0.036.6k
RocksDB Logo
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2013
High performance for write-heavy workloads, Optimized for fast storage environmentsComplex API, Lack of built-in replicationKey-Value, Embedded12.9k28.7k
PouchDB Logo
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2012
Offline capabilities, Synchronizes with CouchDB, JavaScript basedLimited scalability, Single-node architectureDocument, Embedded16.0k16.9k
Badger Logo
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2017
High performance, Efficient key-value storage engineKey-value store specific limitations, Limited to embedded scenariosKey-Value, Embedded21.3k14.0k
SQL.JS Logo
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2013
Runs entirely in the browser, No server setup required, Supports SQL standardLimited storage capabilities, Dependent on browser resourcesRelational, Embedded72712.8k
LiteDB Logo
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2016
Single-file database, Lightweight and fast, No SQL server requiredLimited to C# ecosystem, Not suitable for very large scale applicationsDocument, Embedded3.4k8.6k
BoltDB Logo
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2013
Lightweight, EmbeddedLimited scalability, Single-reader limitationKey-Value, Embedded1.1m8.3k
SQLite Logo
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2000
Serverless, Lightweight, Broadly supportedLimited to single-user access, Not suitable for high write loadsRelational, Embedded487.7k6.7k
MapDB Logo
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2011
In-memory, Embedded storageLimited functionality, No built-in networkingEmbedded, In-Memory, Key-Value7704.9k
ObjectBox Logo
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2017
High performance for embedded databases, Efficient object-oriented storageLimited cross-platform support, Smaller community compared to other DBMSEmbedded, Object-Oriented1.6k4.4k
H2 Logo
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2005
Lightweight, Embedded support, FastLimited scalability, In-memory by defaultRelational, Embedded61.6k4.2k
LMDB Logo
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2011
High performance, Memory mapped, ACID complianceLimited scalability, In-memory constraintsEmbedded, In-Memory, Key-Value9432.6k
EJDB Logo
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2020
Lightweight, Embedded, Cross-platformLimited scalability, Single-threadedDocument, Embedded91.4k
Firebird Logo
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2000
Lightweight, Cross-platform, Strong SQL supportSmaller community, Fewer modern featuresRelational, Embedded48.6k1.3k
Realm Logo
RealmHas Managed Cloud Offering
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2011
Mobile-focused, Object-oriented, Offline-firstNot a full SQL replacement, Limited support for complex queriesDocument, Embedded1.6k1.0k
Apache Derby Logo
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2004
Lightweight, Pure Java implementation, EmbeddableLimited scalability, Not suitable for very large databasesRelational, Embedded5.8m346
Tkrzw Logo
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2019
Lightweight, Versatile, Highly efficientLack of advanced features, Smaller community baseEmbedded, Key-Value1.7k177
YottaDB Logo
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2017
Robust transaction support, Open-sourceLimited to specific healthcare applications, Less community supportEmbedded, Hierarchical6376
Small footprint, High performance, Strong security featuresLimited modern community support, Lacks some advanced features of larger databasesRelational, Embedded357.4k0
Embedded database capabilities, Reliable sync technology, Low resource usageLimited scalability compared to major databases, Slightly dated interfaceRelational, Embedded7.0m0
Oracle Berkeley DB Logo
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1991
High performance, Supports multiple programming languages, EmbeddableLimited scalability, Complex to manage for large datasetsEmbedded, Key-Value15.8m0
Embedded database capabilities, Support for various platforms, Low footprintLimited awareness in the market, Older technology baseEmbedded00
mSQL Logo
1994
Lightweight, Embedded systemsObsolete compared to current databases, Limited support and featuresRelational, Embedded2350
Db4o Logo
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2000
Lightweight, Object-Oriented databaseLimited support for distributed systems, Slower performance with complex queriesEmbedded, Object-Oriented00
HFSQL Logo
2005
Embedded Database Capabilities, Ease of UseLimited to PC SOFT Environment, Less Market Presence Compared to Mainstream DBMSEmbedded, Relational51.9k0
Low Maintenance, Integrated FeaturesAging Technology, Limited AdoptionRelational, Embedded960
Fast in-memory processing, Suitable for embedded systems, Supports real-time applicationsMay not be ideal for large disk-based storage requirementsIn-Memory, Embedded2.0k0
Sedna Logo
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2019
Efficient XML Data Processing, Open SourceLimited Adoption, Niche Use CaseEmbedded, Machine Learning00
DBISAM Logo
1998
Embedded database, Small footprint, Easy integrationLimited scalability, Not open-sourceRelational, Embedded4940
High-performance, Embedded database, SQL supportLack of widespread adoption, Limited cloud supportEmbedded, Relational3.9k0
Embedded database solution, Easy integration with .NET applicationsLimited scalability, Windows platform dependencyRelational, Embedded00
High performance for embedded systems, Real-time data processingNiche use case focus, Smaller developer communityRelational, Embedded8990
Perst Logo
2005
Embedded and lightweight, Java and C# support, Small footprintLimited scalability, Not suitable for large applicationsObject-Oriented, Embedded2.0k0
ITTIA Logo
2007
Embedded use, Power efficiency, Targeted at IoTLimited to embedded systemsEmbedded, In-Memory00
Optimized for object-oriented applications, Flexible schema designNiche use case, Less adoption outside specific industriesEmbedded, Object-Oriented82.6k0
Faircom DB Logo
Faircom DBHas Managed Cloud Offering
1979
Hybrid data model, Proven reliabilityCostly licensing, Complex deploymentDocument, Relational, Embedded4.8k0
Actian PSQL Logo
Actian PSQLHas Managed Cloud Offering
1981
Strong data security, High performanceProprietary system, CostRelational, Embedded82.6k0
Speedb Logo
2021
High-speed operations, NoSQL capabilitiesRelatively new, Limited ecosystemEmbedded, Key-Value580
Small footprint, Embedded database capabilitiesLimited scalability, Less popular than major DBMS optionsEmbedded, Relational4940
Efficiency in edge computing, Data synchronizationNewer product with less maturity, Limited ecosystemEmbedded, Relational, Document4.8k0
Object-oriented structure, Fast prototyping, Flexible data storageLess common compared to relational DBs, Specialized nicheObject-Oriented, Embedded00
Siaqodb Logo
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2009
Embedded, Cross-platform, LightweightLimited query capabilities, Smaller community supportEmbedded, Object-Oriented00
SwayDB Logo
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2018
Highly scalable, Simplified design, Immutable structureLimited ecosystem, Niche user baseKey-Value, Embedded00
High write throughput, Efficient storage managementNot suitable for complex queries, Limited built-in analyticsKey-Value, Embedded0.00
iBoxDB Logo
2013
Embedded design, Ease of integrationLimited scalability, Small community supportDocument, Embedded1630
High performance, Scalable architectureProprietary system, Limited documentationEmbedded, Hierarchical00
JasDB Logo
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2012
Flexible data model, JSON supportLimited commercial support, Basic querying capabilitiesDocument, Embedded00
High performance key-value store, ACID transactions, Designed for embedded useLimited community support, Lacks variety in query languagesEmbedded, Key-Value00

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