H2 Database Engine
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What both publish
| Fact | H2 Database Engine | HSQLDB |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | 2004 | 2001 |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| License | H2 is dual licensed under MPL 2.0 or EPL 1.0, and the license page says it can be integrated into and distributed with commercial applications. | HSQLDB source and binaries use permissive BSD-based licenses, with separate terms for legacy Hypersonic SQL code. |
| Support | The home page directs users to Stack Overflow and a Google Group for support. | Support options include a help forum, a user mailing list, bug and feature request trackers, paid SupportWare, and professional commercial support. |
H2 Database Engine plans
- H2 Database EngineFree
HSQLDB plans
- Developer subscription$100 a year
- Basic Corporate subscription—
- Premier Corporate subscription$2,500 a year
- HSQLDB softwareFree
- HSQLDBFree
- Developer SupportWare$100 a year
Pick H2 Database Engine if…
H2 may suit developers seeking a Java SQL database for embedded or server use, including projects that need disk-based or in-memory storage. Its security guidance is important for anyone considering network-accessible server use.
Pick HSQLDB if…
HSQLDB may suit developers and organizations seeking a self-hosted Java database with embedded or server operation. Its listed tools and integrations may also be relevant to teams using the named Java and database projects.