Compare Cassandra and ScyllaDB 
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At a Glance
Market Segments
Enterprise (48.5% of reviews)
Small-Business (39.5% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
No pricing available
Cassandra
Star Rating
(35)4.1 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (48.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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Star Rating
(363)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (39.5% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that ScyllaDB excels in performance, particularly in handling large volumes of data without performance degradation. Users appreciate its high throughput and low latency, which are crucial for applications like AI model training, making it a strong choice for businesses with demanding workloads.
- Users say that Cassandra is a highly scalable solution with strong consistency across nodes, which is vital for maintaining data integrity. Its open-source nature and wide community support are also highlighted, making it a good option for organizations looking for flexibility and extensive resources.
- Reviewers mention that ScyllaDB's ease of use is a significant advantage, with many noting its intuitive interface and quick setup process. This user-friendly experience allows teams to focus more on development rather than getting bogged down in configuration challenges.
- According to verified reviews, while Cassandra offers robust features for managing unstructured data, some users have faced challenges with its setup and administration. This can lead to a steeper learning curve compared to ScyllaDB, which is often praised for its straightforward onboarding.
- Users highlight that ScyllaDB provides excellent support, with many reviewers appreciating the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. In contrast, Cassandra's support quality has received mixed feedback, indicating that users may encounter more difficulties when seeking assistance.
- G2 reviewers note that while both databases are capable of handling large datasets, ScyllaDB's performance remains consistently high even under heavy loads, whereas Cassandra's performance can vary, particularly in more complex scenarios. This reliability makes ScyllaDB a preferred choice for businesses prioritizing speed and efficiency.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Cassandra
No pricing availableScyllaDB
No pricing availableFree Trial
Cassandra
No trial information availableScyllaDB
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
8.3
29
8.8
312
Ease of Use
7.8
29
8.6
321
Ease of Setup
8.2
18
8.3
230
Ease of Admin
7.9
16
8.2
116
Quality of Support
7.5
24
8.6
290
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.4
13
8.7
96
Product Direction (% positive)
6.9
26
9.0
303
Features by Category
Data Management
Not enough data
8.7
151
Not enough data
8.7
157
Availability
Not enough data
8.9
152
Not enough data
8.6
150
Not enough data
8.7
148
Performance
Not enough data
8.8
146
Security
Not enough data
8.3
136
Not enough data
8.5
139
Not enough data
8.4
137
Not enough data
8.6
138
Support
Not enough data
8.5
134
Not enough data
8.5
137
Storage
Not enough data
8.5
69
Scalability
Not enough data
9.0
75
Not enough data
8.7
71
Security
Not enough data
8.2
66
Support
Not enough data
8.5
74
Not enough data
8.4
71
Not enough data
8.3
67
Agentic AI - Wide Column Database
Not enough data
7.5
6
Configuration
Not enough data
9.2
151
Not enough data
8.8
142
Not enough data
8.9
147
Not enough data
8.4
137
Not enough data
8.7
137
Database Administration
Not enough data
8.8
137
Not enough data
8.7
132
Not enough data
8.7
132
Availability
Not enough data
9.5
149
Not enough data
8.9
145
Not enough data
8.9
135
Not enough data
8.8
144
Security
Not enough data
8.7
123
Not enough data
8.7
124
Not enough data
8.7
125
Data Management
Not enough data
8.9
134
Not enough data
8.7
129
Database Features
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Cassandra and ScyllaDB are categorized as Wide Column Database and Key Value Databases
Unique Categories
Cassandra has no unique categories
ScyllaDB is categorized as Database as a Service (DBaaS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Cassandra
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
ScyllaDB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Information Technology and Services
30.3%
Internet
18.2%
Computer Software
12.1%
Retail
9.1%
Computer & Network Security
6.1%
Other
24.2%
Computer Software
30.5%
Information Technology and Services
12.3%
Financial Services
5.6%
Banking
3.6%
Education Management
3.4%
Other
44.5%
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Discussions
Cassandra has no discussions with answers
What is the agenda for the coming quarter, what new features will be introduced?
2 Comments
PC
Planned features for Scylla Open Source 4.x and 5.x
• Enhancements to our DynamoDB compatible API (Alternator)
• Faster resumable streaming (Repair base...Read more
ScyllaDB has no more discussions with answers
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