RisingWave
by RisingWave Labs
Streaming database for real-time stream processing
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- RisingWave Labs
- Pricing
- Open source — Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Self Hosted, Api
- Best for
- Data Engineers, Developers
- Editor rating
- 4.4 / 5
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, USA
What is RisingWave?
RisingWave is a data pipelines tool from RisingWave Labs. An open-source streaming database that processes and serves real-time data using standard SQL and PostgreSQL compatibility, as an alternative to Flink-based pipelines.
RisingWave 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, developers and runs on Self Hosted, Api.
Standout strengths include sql-based stream processing, postgresql compatibility, lower ops than flink. Worth weighing: younger ecosystem, evolving feature set.
RisingWave pricing
Pros
- SQL-based stream processing
- PostgreSQL compatibility
- Lower ops than Flink
Cons
- Younger ecosystem
- Evolving feature set
RisingWave vs alternatives
Ready to try RisingWave?
Start free and see if it fits your workflow.
Work at RisingWave Labs? Claim this listing to keep it accurate.
Related software
MoreUser reviews
No user reviews yet. Be the first to review RisingWave.
Frequently asked questions
What is RisingWave?
An open-source streaming database that processes and serves real-time data using standard SQL and PostgreSQL compatibility, as an alternative to Flink-based pipelines.
How much does RisingWave cost?
RisingWave is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does RisingWave have a free trial?
RisingWave offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does RisingWave support?
RisingWave is available on Self Hosted, Api.