ScyllaDB
by ScyllaDB
High-performance NoSQL database compatible with Cassandra
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
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
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.