HSQLDB
8.1#2 in relational databasesFrom $100 a yearFree planAPILinuxmacOSSelf-hosted
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What both publish
| Fact | HSQLDB | PGlite |
|---|---|---|
| License | HSQLDB source and binaries use permissive BSD-based licenses, with separate terms for legacy Hypersonic SQL code. | PGlite is dual-licensed under Apache 2.0 and the PostgreSQL License. |
| Maker | HSQLDB is developed and published by The HSQL Development Group, formed in 2001. | PGlite is developed by Electric for embedding into applications locally or at the edge, including syncing a subset of server-side Postgres data. |
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
PGlite plans
- PGliteFree
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.
Pick PGlite if…
PGlite suits developers embedding relational Postgres-compatible storage in web, server-runtime, local, or edge applications. It also fits testing, development, synchronization, and on-device AI or RAG use cases.