Apache Pinot
by Apache Software Foundation
Real-time OLAP datastore for user-facing analytics
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Apache Software Foundation
- Pricing
- Open source - Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Self Hosted, Api
- Best for
- Data Engineers, Platform Teams
- Editor rating
- 4.3 / 5
- Founded
- 2015
- Headquarters
- Wilmington, USA
What is Apache Pinot?
Apache Pinot is a databases tool from Apache Software Foundation. An open-source distributed OLAP datastore built for low-latency, high-throughput analytics on streaming and batch data, powering user-facing dashboards.
Apache Pinot uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to data engineers, platform teams and runs on Self Hosted, Api.
Standout strengths include ultra-low query latency, built for user-facing analytics, native streaming ingestion. Worth weighing: complex to operate, steep learning curve.
Apache Pinot pricing
Pros
- Ultra-low query latency
- Built for user-facing analytics
- Native streaming ingestion
Cons
- Complex to operate
- Steep learning curve
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Frequently asked questions
What is Apache Pinot?
An open-source distributed OLAP datastore built for low-latency, high-throughput analytics on streaming and batch data, powering user-facing dashboards.
How much does Apache Pinot cost?
Apache Pinot is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does Apache Pinot have a free trial?
Apache Pinot offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does Apache Pinot support?
Apache Pinot is available on Self Hosted, Api.