GraphDB
6.6#6 in rdf databasesFree planFree planWebAPILinuxmacOS
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Virtuoso Universal Server
7.9#1 in knowledge graph softwareFrom $99.99 a yearWebAPILinuxmacOS
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| Fact | GraphDB | Virtuoso Universal Server |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | GraphDB can run as a desktop or standalone server application and is also available on AWS and Azure. | The open-source edition provides installers for Linux, macOS, and Windows, Docker instructions, and source builds for those operating systems. |
| Product | GraphDB is an RDF and SPARQL semantic graph database used for storage and inferencing in the Graphwise AI Platform. | Virtuoso is a multi-model DBMS and HTTP-based application server that provides access to disparate data sources. |
| Security | GraphDB documents role and access controls, local, LDAP and OAuth user databases, Basic, GDB, OpenID and Kerberos authentication, SSL/TLS encryption in transit, and security auditing. | The maker describes fine-grained attribute-based access controls and lists encryption at rest as a commercial feature. |
| Support | The edition comparison lists community support for Free and SLA support for Enterprise. | Commercial support can include bug fixes, feature enhancements, performance tuning, and consulting, with specifics depending on the agreement. |
GraphDB plans
- GraphDB FreeFree
- GraphDB EnterprisePriced on request
Virtuoso Universal Server plans
- Personal$99.99 a year
- Developer$199 a year
- Project$499 a year
- EnterprisePriced on request
Pick GraphDB if…
GraphDB suits teams building semantic data systems that need RDF storage, SPARQL queries, or inferencing. Free is an option for users who can work within its query and repository limits; Enterprise is intended for mission-critical deployments and enterprise AI applications.
Pick Virtuoso Universal Server if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.