Meilisearch

by Meilisearch

Lightning-fast open-source search.

4.7(300)Databases & Backends

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

Key facts

Vendor: Meilisearch
Pricing: Freemium — Free – $30/mo
Free tier: Yes
Platforms: Web, Self Hosted, Api
Best for: Developers
Editor rating: 4.7 / 5
Founded: 2018
Headquarters: Paris, France

What is Meilisearch?

Meilisearch is a databases tool from Meilisearch. Meilisearch is an open-source, developer-friendly search engine with typo tolerance.

Meilisearch uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $30/mo.

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

Standout strengths include easy to set up, fast, open source. Worth weighing: fewer features than elastic.

Meilisearch pricing

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$30/mo

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Pros

Easy to set up
Fast
Open source

Cons

Fewer features than Elastic

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Frequently asked questions

What is Meilisearch?

Meilisearch is an open-source, developer-friendly search engine with typo tolerance.

How much does Meilisearch cost?

Meilisearch is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $30/mo.

Does Meilisearch have a free trial?

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

What platforms does Meilisearch support?

Meilisearch is available on Web, Self Hosted, Api.