OpenRecord

What it is

OpenRecord is an ORM that supports PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite3, and RESTful datastores, providing a similar experience to ActiveRecord. It simplifies database interactions in web applications by abstracting away the complexities of SQL queries.

OpenRecord stands out by offering a single, flexible ORM solution that supports multiple database types and RESTful APIs, providing developers with the flexibility to choose their preferred backend without changing their ORM.

When it fits — and when it doesn’t

Known weaknesses

Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.

1. 01

   Steep learning curve for non-JavaScript developers

   API is heavily influenced by JavaScript patterns and idioms, which may be unfamiliar to developers from other language backgrounds.

2. 02

   Frequent breaking changes between versions

   Historical version updates have included significant API refactors that required substantial code modifications for existing users.

3. 03

   Limited community support and documentation

   The official documentation is sparse, and the community is small, leading to fewer resources and slower response times for issues and questions.

4. 04

   Performance overhead due to abstraction layer

   While simplifying database interactions, the ORM introduces an additional layer that can lead to performance degradation in high-performance scenarios.

What it does well

• Support for multiple databases including PostgreSQL, MySQL, SQLite3, and RESTful datastores.

• ActiveRecord-like API for database interactions.

• Simplified query building and execution.

Pricing

Free tier

YesOpen source — free to use

Paid from

$0

Model

Flat rate

Enterprise plan

No

Pricing not independently confirmed — check the vendor’s page.