# kdb+ Software Pricing, Alternatives & More 2026 | Capterra > With the help of Capterra, learn about kdb+ Software - reviews, pricing plans, popular comparisons to other Database products and more. Source: https://www.capterra.com/p/15300/kdb/alternatives --- # kdb+ Software Review 2026: Features, Reviews, Integrations, Pros & Cons Last updated on March 13, 2026 Provider data verified by our Software Research team, and reviews moderated by our Reviews Verification team. [Description](#description)[Use cases](#use-cases)[Alternatives](#alternatives)[Features](#features)[Pricing](#pricing)[Integrations](#integrations)[Support](#support)[Reviews](#reviews) kdb+ ## What is kdb+? High-performance relational database platform with time series analysis built in. ## What is kdb+ used for? [Database](https://www.capterra.com/database-management-software/) Overall rating Based on 1 user reviews Reviews sentiment Positive \- Neutral \- Negative \- Contact vendor for pricing Free trial not available Capterra Shortlist charts the highest-rated and most popular products... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Our "Best of" badge program showcases products with the highest ratings... Do you work for kdb+?[Manage this product listing](https://digitalmarkets.gartner.com/get-listed/claim-bx?url=http://www.kx.com&name=kdb+) ## Compare with a popular alternative Capterra selects software alternatives based on relevant features, verified user reviews and user interactions. Placement may be influenced by client status. ### kdb+ 4.0 (1) VS. [4.6 (2,222)](https://www.capterra.com/p/146652/Airtable/reviews/) Starting Price Contact vendor Starting Price $20 Per User, Per Month Free Trial Free Version Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version Ease Of Use 3.0 (1) Ease Of Use 4.4 (1,974) Value For Money 4.0 (1) Value For Money 4.5 (1,505) Customer Service 4.0 (1) Customer Service 4.4 (1,431) ## kdb+ alternatives [Microsoft SQL Server](https://www.capterra.com/p/1417/SQL-Server/) [4.6 (1,974)](https://www.capterra.com/p/1417/SQL-Server/reviews/) Starting price $13748.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 97% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/1417/SQL-Server/) [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) [4.6 (2,094)](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/reviews/) Starting price $2000.00 Per User, Per Month Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 96% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) [Microsoft Access](https://www.capterra.com/p/233275/Microsoft-Access/) [4.4 (205)](https://www.capterra.com/p/233275/Microsoft-Access/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 91% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/233275/Microsoft-Access/) Highest Rated [Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) [4.7 (2,259)](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/reviews/) Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Pricing Options Free Trial Free Version User Rating 96% of reviewers rated it above 4 stars [Learn More](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/) ## Features Features with the highest number of reviews are displayed first. Those that have no reviews appear next, sorted alphabetically. Data Dictionary Management 5.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Stores definitions of the data elements and their relationships (metadata) and how they are retrieved for the user Multiple Programming Languages Supported 2.0 (1) 100.00% of 1 reviewers that rated this feature as important or highly important Run stored procedures and queries in multiple programming languages, such as JSON, Java, Python, Ruby, Perl, and SQL API Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Backup and Recovery Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data Data Capture and Transfer Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources Data Connectors Connect to big data sources kdb+ 20 features Application programming interface that allows for integration with other systems/databases Create backups and provide methods to recover deleted/lost data Import, collect, and capture data from multiple sources Connect to big data sources Stores definitions of the data elements and their relationships (metadata) and how they are retrieved for the user Import and export data to and from software applications Track the management and flow of data throughout the organization Move from one database to another, or upgrade the version of database software being used Synchronizing data between two or more devices/systems and automatically updating changes to maintain consistency Graphical representation of data Use AI to generate content in the form of text, images, videos, etc. Run stored procedures and queries in multiple programming languages, such as JSON, Java, Python, Ruby, Perl, and SQL Monitor and analyze the performance and status of a server or system/application Receive data and information in real time Active monitoring of systems, applications, or networks Collection, analysis, and representation of numerical data and generation of reports to understand various patterns Search and filter data across systems to locate required information by entering keywords or certain criteria Securely stores data to prevent data loss or breaches Set up connections to third-party platforms to improve business processes Manage user accounts, profiles, roles, permissions, and other details across applications, devices or networks Get Advice We can help you find the software with the features you need. Features 3.0 (1) 3.0 Based on 1 reviews ## Pricing Value for money 4.0 (1) ### Starting price Contact vendor for pricing Free trial not available Value for money 4.0 (1) 4.0 Based on 1 reviews ## Integrations [ Google Cloud](https://www.capterra.com/p/268690/Google-Cloud-Platform/)[ Microsoft Azure](https://www.capterra.com/p/16365/Azure/) Connect with a Capterra advisor for a free 15-minute consultation Get a personalized software list aligned to your business needs with guidance from our expert advisors. Our team has helped 1 million+ businesses like yours find options that fit their needs. ## Support, customer service and training options Customer Service 4.0 (1) Support - Email/Help Desk - FAQs/Forum - Knowledge Base - Phone Support - 24/7 (Live rep) - Chat Training - In Person - Live Online - Webinars - Documentation - Videos Deployment - Web - Android - iPhone/iPad Typical users - Freelancers - Small businesses - Mid size businesses - Enterprises Customer Service 4.0 (1) 4.0 Based on 1 reviews ## User reviews Overall rating 4.0 Based on 1 reviews Filter by rating 5(0) 4(1) 3(0) 2(0) 1(0) Mentioned topic Sorted by most recent GZ Garrett Z. Associate Software Engineer Banking ### "A great idea for in-memory storage" 4.0 Overall Rating 4.0 4.0 Ease of Use 3.0 3.0 Features 3.0 3.0 Customer Service 4.0 4.0 Likelihood to Recommend 7/10 August 20, 2020 I personally like it. We use it for market data so it serves its purpose well. Pros Kdb is very fast as real-time database is stored in memory. Syntax is very similar to sql Cons Single-threaded. Only one user can query an exposed port at a time. Alternatives considered [PostgreSQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/48791/PostgreSQL/) [MySQL](https://www.capterra.com/p/11482/MySQL/) Reasons for choosing kdb+ Much faster. Sequential. In memory. Review source Incentivized review: software users are invited to submit an honest review and offered a nominal incentive for their time and effort. All incentivized reviews are subject to our verification process prior to publication. Independent research methodology Capterra's researchers use a mix of verified reviews, independent research and objective methodologies to bring you selection and ranking information you can trust. While we may earn a referral fee when you visit a provider through our links or speak to an advisor, this has no influence on our research or methodology. 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