Simple Bayes
A Simple Naive Bayes implementation in Elixir for text classification tasks.
- Status
- UnmaintainedNo commits in 3314 days.
- Last checked
- Checked · Oct 12, 2026
- License
- Open source
- Pricing
- Free tier · from $0
What it is
Simple Bayes is an efficient and straightforward Naive Bayes classifier implemented in the Elixir programming language. It's ideal for developers looking to integrate a lightweight, yet effective machine learning model into their applications without the complexity of larger frameworks.
Simple Bayes stands out as an easy-to-integrate Naive Bayes classifier specifically tailored for Elixir applications, offering simplicity and efficiency without the overhead of larger machine learning frameworks.
When it fits — and when it doesn’t
A good fit for
Elixir developers who need a lightweight text classification tool for their applications
Projects requiring efficient and simple Naive Bayes implementation without external dependencies
Look elsewhere if
Developers looking for comprehensive machine learning libraries with multiple algorithms
Applications that require real-time, high-throughput text processing beyond the capabilities of a single-threaded Elixir process
Known weaknesses
Each one links to the public issue, changelog or docs page it came from, where we have one.
- 01
Limited language support
Simple Bayes is implemented in Elixir, which limits its usage to projects that can integrate with or are written in Elixir.
- 02
Small community and limited documentation
As an open-source project with a focus on a niche language like Elixir, Simple Bayes may have less active contributors and fewer resources for troubleshooting and learning.
- 03
Performance limitations for large datasets
Simple Bayes is lightweight but might struggle with very large datasets or complex classification tasks compared to more robust machine learning frameworks.
What it does well
Simple and lightweight implementation of Naive Bayes algorithm
Efficient text classification for Elixir applications
Easy to integrate into existing Elixir projects
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.
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