CrateDB
8.4#1 in spatial databasesFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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IBM Informix
6.3#26 in spatial databasesFree planFree planAPILinuxSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | CrateDB | IBM Informix |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | CrateDB supports the PostgreSQL wire protocol and a native HTTP endpoint. | Informix Client SDK provides ODBC, JDBC, .NET, ESQL/C, C++ object interface and OLE DB APIs; IBM documentation also lists JSON queries, MongoDB community drivers and a REST API. |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Security | CrateDB describes authentication, authorization, encryption, audit logging and compliance certifications across managed and self-managed deployments. | Informix supports data encryption, secured connections, user privilege and access controls, and security auditing. |
CrateDB plans
- Shared FreeFree
- Shared—
- Dedicated—
- Open SourceFree
- CrateDB Cloud Free PlanFree
- CrateDB Cloud Shared$0.07 a month
IBM Informix plans
- Informix Developer EditionFree
- Informix Innovator-C EditionFree
Pick CrateDB if…
CrateDB suits teams analyzing live operational data across varied formats who need SQL and horizontal scaling. It also fits users choosing between a managed Cloud service and deployment on their own infrastructure, including those seeking an Apache 2.0 open-source core.
Pick IBM Informix if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.