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Weaviate

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Open-source vector database.

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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
Weaviate
Pricing
Freemium — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Self Hosted, Api
Best for
Ai Developers
Editor rating
4.5 / 5
Founded
2019
Headquarters
Amsterdam, Netherlands

What is Weaviate?

Weaviate is a databases tool from Weaviate. Weaviate is an open-source vector database with built-in vectorization and hybrid search.

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

It's best suited to ai-developers and runs on Web, Self Hosted, Api.

Standout strengths include open source, hybrid search, self-hostable. Worth weighing: ops overhead self-hosted.

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Pros

  • Open source
  • Hybrid search
  • Self-hostable

Cons

  • Ops overhead self-hosted

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Frequently asked questions

What is Weaviate?

Weaviate is an open-source vector database with built-in vectorization and hybrid search.

How much does Weaviate cost?

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

Does Weaviate have a free trial?

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

What platforms does Weaviate support?

Weaviate is available on Web, Self Hosted, Api.