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CouchDB

by Apache Software Foundation · Wilmington, United States · Since 2005

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Starting price
Free
Free trial / plan
Always free
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Deployment
Cloud
Web
App Advisor rating
4.4
transparency & India fit

What is CouchDB?

CouchDB is databases & data platforms from Apache Software Foundation, based in Wilmington, United States and has been building software since 2005. Document database.

Databases and data platforms store and move application and analytics data — relational and NoSQL databases, managed cloud databases, warehouses and ETL/ELT pipelines. Most are open source with paid managed offerings.

It is completely free to use.

What works well

  • +Completely free to use
  • +21 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

  • Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Startup · Small business · SMB

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CouchDB features

Category-standard capabilities plus what CouchDB adds. Verify depth in a demo.

  • Relational and NoSQL engines
  • Managed cloud hosting
  • Data warehouses
  • ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Vector search for AI
  • Backup and replication
  • Scaling and sharding
  • Security and encryption
  • Free plan to start without a card

CouchDB pricing

Entry price

Free

No paid plan required

How CouchDB charges. CouchDB is free; some free products monetise through add-ons, payments or premium support, so check what stays free at scale.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on couchdb.apache.org.

Specifications

Category
Databases & data platforms
Vendor
Apache Software Foundation
Headquarters
Wilmington, United States
Founded
2005
Pricing model
Free
Starting price
Free
Deployment
Cloud
Platforms
Web
Best for
Startup, Small business, SMB
Made in India
No

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CouchDB — frequently asked questions

What is CouchDB?+

CouchDB is databases & data platforms by Apache Software Foundation. Document database.

How much does CouchDB cost?+

CouchDB is free to use.

Does CouchDB offer a free trial or free plan?+

Yes — CouchDB offers a free plan you can start with.

Is CouchDB made in India?+

No. CouchDB is developed by Apache Software Foundation in Wilmington, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is CouchDB best suited for?+

CouchDB suits startup, small business, smb buyers looking for databases & data platforms.

What are the best alternatives to CouchDB?+

Popular alternatives in databases & data platforms include PostgreSQL, Cassandra, MySQL. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is CouchDB deployed?+

CouchDB is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.

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