CockroachDB
The most resilient distributed SQL database
Pricing
Free tier
Hybrid
Adoption
↗RisingLicense
Open Source
Data freshness
Verified · Jul 15, 2026Overview
What is CockroachDB?
CockroachDB is a distributed SQL database built for global scale and resilience. It provides PostgreSQL compatibility with automatic sharding, geo-distributed replication, and strong consistency across regions. Designed for applications that can't tolerate downtime or data loss.
Key differentiator
“The most resilient distributed SQL database”
Capability profile
Capability Radar
Honest assessment
Strengths & Weaknesses
↑ Strengths
Fit analysis
Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Applications requiring global distribution, high availability, and strong consistency with PostgreSQL compatibility
✕ Not a fit for
Simple single-region apps or workloads where a standard Postgres instance is sufficient
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
Starts at
Freemium
Model
Hybrid
Enterprise
None
Performance benchmarks
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Ecosystem
Relationships
Alternatives
Works well with
Next step
Get Started with CockroachDB
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.