Bucardo
6.1#15 in database replication softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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SymmetricDS
8.5#1 in database replication softwareFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Bucardo | SymmetricDS |
|---|---|---|
| Conflict handling | For multi-source syncs, Bucardo runs a standard conflict handler or a custom handler set per table. | Multi-primary deployments can detect conflicts and resolve them automatically, by configured winner rules, or manually. |
| Purpose | Bucardo is an asynchronous PostgreSQL replication system for multi-source, multi-target operations. | SymmetricDS replicates, moves, integrates, and transforms data across 80+ sources and targets. |
| Replication modes | It supports multi-source and multi-target replication, including one-direction master-standby replication. | It supports one-way and bidirectional multi-primary replication, including operation through low-bandwidth or intermittently disconnected networks. |
Bucardo plans
- BucardoFree
SymmetricDS plans
- CommunityFree
- SymmetricDS ProPriced on request
- EnterprisePriced on request
- StandardPriced on request
Pick Bucardo if…
Bucardo may suit teams managing asynchronous PostgreSQL replication across multiple databases on Unix-like systems. It is less suitable where native Windows operation or replication of schema changes is required.
Pick SymmetricDS if…
The Community edition may suit developers and projects that need trigger-based replication. Teams needing Pro capabilities or commercial support can consider the paid editions and trial.