Vetted Score
4.6
/ 5.0
Scored 4.6/5 for its robust scalability, rich query features, and strong enterprise support, while maintaining a free community tier.
Key Features
Distributed NoSQL Architecture
Provides elastic scaling, automatic sharding, and fault‑tolerant data distribution across clusters.
Built‑in Full‑Text Search
Enables powerful, real‑time search capabilities with relevance ranking and faceted navigation.
Mobile Sync with Couchbase Lite
Synchronizes data seamlessly between edge devices and the server using Sync Gateway.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, Couchbase offers a Community Edition that is free to use with core database functionality.
Couchbase can be deployed on-premises, in public clouds (AWS, Azure, GCP), or via Docker/Kubernetes containers.
It uses automatic sharding and replication across nodes, allowing horizontal scaling and seamless failover without downtime.
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Specifications
Pricing Model
Offers a free Community Edition with core features, while the Enterprise Edition requires a subscription with tiered pricing based on node count and support level.
Supported Platforms
Windows ServerLinuxmacOS