Dolt
SQL database with Git-like version control for data.
Pricing
Free tier
Flat rate
Adoption
↗RisingLicense
Open Source
Data freshness
Verified · Jul 16, 2026Overview
What is Dolt?
Dolt is a SQL database that allows you to fork, clone, branch, merge, push and pull just like a git repository. It's ideal for teams needing robust data versioning alongside traditional relational database capabilities.
Key differentiator
“Dolt stands out by offering Git-like version control directly within a relational SQL database, making it uniquely suited for teams that need both robust data management and version history.”
Capability profile
Capability Radar
Honest assessment
Strengths & Weaknesses
↑ Strengths
↓ Weaknesses
Dolt has a relatively small user base which can lead to limited resources for troubleshooting and feature requests.
Operations on large tables may experience significant latency due to the overhead of version control operations.
Setting up Dolt for a production environment requires understanding both SQL database management and Git-like versioning, which can be complex for new users.
Dolt has fewer out-of-the-box integrations with other tools compared to more established databases like PostgreSQL or MySQL.
Fit analysis
Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Teams needing version control for relational databases
Projects requiring historical tracking of database changes
Developers familiar with Git who want similar functionality in a SQL database
✕ Not a fit for
Real-time data processing where low latency is critical
Scenarios requiring extremely high transaction throughput
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
Open source — free to use
Starts at
$0
Model
Flat rate
Enterprise
None
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Get Started with Dolt
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.