CrateDB
The database for IoT and machine data.
Overview
CrateDB is an open-source, distributed SQL database designed for storing and analyzing large volumes of machine data in real-time. It has added vector search capabilities, making it suitable for AI and machine learning use cases involving time-series and other complex data types.
✨ Key Features
- Distributed SQL database
- Vector search
- Time-series data analysis
- Scalability and high availability
- Real-time query performance
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Optimized for machine and time-series data
- Distributed SQL query engine
- Combines time-series analysis with vector search
Unique Value: CrateDB provides a powerful and scalable solution for analyzing large volumes of machine and time-series data in real-time, with the added capability of vector search for AI-driven insights.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Monitoring and analytics for smart factories
- Fleet management and logistics
- Energy grid monitoring
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Transactional applications requiring strong consistency.
🏆 Alternatives
CrateDB is specifically designed for the challenges of machine data, offering better performance and features for this use case compared to general-purpose databases. Its combination of time-series and vector search is a key differentiator.
💻 Platforms
✅ Offline Mode Available
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Open-source and free to use. CrateDB Cloud has a free tier.
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