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ScyllaDB

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High-performance NoSQL database compatible with Cassandra

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

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Key facts

Vendor
ScyllaDB
Pricing
Open source — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Self Hosted, Api
Best for
Developers, Enterprises
Editor rating
4.4 / 5
Founded
2013
Headquarters
Sunnyvale, USA

What is ScyllaDB?

ScyllaDB is a databases tool from ScyllaDB. A wide-column NoSQL database written in C++ that is API-compatible with Apache Cassandra and DynamoDB, with a shard-per-core architecture and managed ScyllaDB Cloud.

ScyllaDB uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to developers, enterprises and runs on Self Hosted, Api.

Standout strengths include cassandra and dynamodb compatibility, very high throughput per node, lower infrastructure cost. Worth weighing: operational complexity at scale, migration tuning required.

ScyllaDB pricing

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Cloud
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Pros

  • Cassandra and DynamoDB compatibility
  • Very high throughput per node
  • Lower infrastructure cost

Cons

  • Operational complexity at scale
  • Migration tuning required

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Frequently asked questions

What is ScyllaDB?

A wide-column NoSQL database written in C++ that is API-compatible with Apache Cassandra and DynamoDB, with a shard-per-core architecture and managed ScyllaDB Cloud.

How much does ScyllaDB cost?

ScyllaDB is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.

Does ScyllaDB have a free trial?

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

What platforms does ScyllaDB support?

ScyllaDB is available on Self Hosted, Api.