dbt Semantic Layer vs SchemaSpy
| dbt Semantic Layer | SchemaSpy | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | $100/mo | Free |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | api, Web | Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Database coverage | — | relational |
| Data dictionary | — | Yes |
| Deployment | — | self_hosted |
Both are listed in Best Database Documentation Tools. On Everything Xiaomi, SchemaSpy scores higher on our published basis.