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MotherDuck

by MotherDuck

Cloud DuckDB analytics.

Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
MotherDuck
Pricing
Freemium — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Analysts, Developers
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2022
Headquarters
Seattle, WA, USA

What is MotherDuck?

MotherDuck is a databases tool from MotherDuck. MotherDuck is a serverless analytics platform built on DuckDB for fast, simple data analysis.

MotherDuck uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to analysts, developers and runs on Web, Api.

Standout strengths include duckdb simplicity, fast for medium data, cheap. Worth weighing: not for massive scale.

MotherDuck pricing

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Usage
Custom
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Pros

  • DuckDB simplicity
  • Fast for medium data
  • Cheap

Cons

  • Not for massive scale

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Frequently asked questions

What is MotherDuck?

MotherDuck is a serverless analytics platform built on DuckDB for fast, simple data analysis.

How much does MotherDuck cost?

MotherDuck is freemium-priced. It has a free tier.

Does MotherDuck have a free trial?

MotherDuck offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does MotherDuck support?

MotherDuck is available on Web, Api.