Compare Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB and ScyllaDB

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At a Glance
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Star Rating
(13)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Enterprise (53.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Not enough data
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB
Star Rating
(425)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (41.8% of reviews)
Information
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
Learn more about ScyllaDB
AI Generated Summary
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  • G2 reviewers report that ScyllaDB excels in cost efficiency, with users highlighting its significant savings and compatibility with Cassandra. This operational simplicity allows for high performance on fewer nodes, which can greatly reduce infrastructure costs.
  • Users say that Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB offers fast response times for queries, making it a strong choice for applications requiring real-time data processing. Reviewers appreciate its ability to handle data changes in milliseconds, which is crucial for modern applications.
  • According to verified reviews, ScyllaDB is praised for its scalability, allowing users to seamlessly orchestrate multiple events. This capability is particularly beneficial for those needing to manage low latency effectively, making it a preferred option for growing businesses.
  • Reviewers mention that Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB provides high availability and supports multiple database types, which is a significant advantage for enterprises looking for flexibility in their data management solutions.
  • G2 reviewers highlight the user support at ScyllaDB, noting the company's commitment to user experience and involvement. This level of engagement can enhance the overall satisfaction for users who value responsive support.
  • Users report that while both products have their strengths, ScyllaDB's ease of use and operational efficiency make it particularly appealing for small businesses, whereas Azure Cosmos DB's robust features cater more to enterprise-level needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
No pricing available
ScyllaDB
No pricing available
Free Trial
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
No trial information available
ScyllaDB
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.6
9
8.8
332
Ease of Use
8.9
9
8.5
341
Ease of Setup
9.0
5
8.2
249
Ease of Admin
Not enough data
8.2
125
Quality of Support
8.9
9
8.6
311
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
Not enough data
8.7
105
Product Direction (% positive)
10.0
8
9.0
323
Features by Category
Not enough data
8.6
182
Data Management
Not enough data
8.7
161
Not enough data
8.8
162
Availability
Not enough data
9.0
156
Not enough data
8.6
153
Not enough data
8.7
155
Performance
Not enough data
8.8
147
Security
Not enough data
8.4
140
Not enough data
8.5
143
Not enough data
8.5
141
Not enough data
8.6
142
Support
Not enough data
8.5
138
Not enough data
Feature Not Available
Wide Column DatabaseHide 8 FeaturesShow 8 Features
8.7
8
8.4
82
Storage
8.5
8
8.5
69
Scalability
9.4
8
9.0
77
8.3
6
8.7
70
Security
8.8
7
8.2
63
Support
8.8
8
8.5
73
7.9
7
Feature Not Available
9.0
8
8.3
67
Agentic AI - Wide Column Database
Not enough data
7.5
6
Database as a Service (DBaaS)Hide 17 FeaturesShow 17 Features
Not enough data
8.8
162
Configuration
Not enough data
9.2
151
Not enough data
8.8
141
Not enough data
8.9
150
Not enough data
8.4
135
Not enough data
8.7
138
Database Administration
Not enough data
8.8
136
Not enough data
8.7
132
Not enough data
8.7
132
Availability
Not enough data
9.5
152
Not enough data
8.9
146
Not enough data
8.9
135
Not enough data
8.8
144
Security
Not enough data
8.7
122
Not enough data
8.7
125
Not enough data
8.7
125
Data Management
Not enough data
8.9
136
Not enough data
8.7
128
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB and ScyllaDB are categorized as Wide Column Database
Unique Categories
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB has no unique categories
ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB is categorized as Key Value Databases and Database as a Service (DBaaS)
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
23.1%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
23.1%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
53.8%
ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
41.8%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
29.7%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
28.5%
Reviewers' Industry
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Information Technology and Services
30.8%
Computer Software
23.1%
Health, Wellness and Fitness
15.4%
Insurance
7.7%
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
7.7%
Other
15.4%
ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB
Computer Software
30.0%
Information Technology and Services
13.0%
Financial Services
6.1%
Education Management
3.7%
Banking
3.7%
Other
43.5%
Alternatives
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB Alternatives
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YugabyteDB
YugabyteDB
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Cassandra
Cassandra
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Google Cloud BigTable
BigTable
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ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB Alternatives
Couchbase
Couchbase
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Cassandra
Cassandra
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Amazon DynamoDB
Amazon DynamoDB
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Redis Software
Redis Software
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Discussions
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Microsoft Azure Cosmos DB has no discussions with answers
ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB Discussions
What is the agenda for the coming quarter, what new features will be introduced?
2 Comments
Peter C.
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
Is ScyllaDB free?
1 Comment
Official Response from ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB is available as a “source available” solution. You can utilize the complete ScyllaDB feature set for free if your deployment remains under 10 TB of...Read more
How does ScyllaDB handle sharding and replication?
1 Comment
Official Response from ScyllaDB
ScyllaDB follows a shard-per-core design that assigns specific data partitions to individual CPU cores, reducing internal contention. It employs consistent...Read more