Fauna
by Fauna
Distributed document-relational database delivered as an API
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
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.
Fauna pricing
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.