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Distributed document-relational database delivered as an API

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Fauna
Pricing
Usage-based — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Api, Web
Best for
Developers, Startups
Editor rating
4.2 / 5
Founded
2012
Headquarters
San Francisco, USA

What is Fauna?

Fauna is a databases tool from Fauna. A serverless, globally distributed document-relational database accessed via API and the FQL query language, with native GraphQL and strong consistency.

Fauna uses usage-based pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.

It's best suited to developers, startups and runs on Api, Web.

Standout strengths include serverless and globally distributed, strong consistency, native graphql. Worth weighing: proprietary query language, pricing can scale unpredictably.

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Pros

  • Serverless and globally distributed
  • Strong consistency
  • Native GraphQL

Cons

  • Proprietary query language
  • Pricing can scale unpredictably

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Frequently asked questions

What is Fauna?

A serverless, globally distributed document-relational database accessed via API and the FQL query language, with native GraphQL and strong consistency.

How much does Fauna cost?

Fauna is usage-based-priced. It has a free tier.

Does Fauna have a free trial?

Fauna offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Fauna support?

Fauna is available on Api, Web.