OpenSearch
by OpenSearch Software Foundation
Open-source search and analytics suite
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- OpenSearch Software Foundation
- Pricing
- Open source - Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Self Hosted, Api
- Best for
- Developers, Data Engineers
- Editor rating
- 4.3 / 5
- Founded
- 2021
- Headquarters
- Seattle, USA
What is OpenSearch?
OpenSearch is a databases tool from OpenSearch Software Foundation. A community-driven, Apache 2.0-licensed search engine and analytics suite forked from Elasticsearch, with dashboards, vector search and observability tooling.
OpenSearch uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to developers, data engineers and runs on Self Hosted, Api.
Standout strengths include fully open source, built-in dashboards and vector search, broad managed-service support. Worth weighing: self-managed ops complexity, plugin parity work in progress.
OpenSearch pricing
Pros
- Fully open source
- Built-in dashboards and vector search
- Broad managed-service support
Cons
- Self-managed ops complexity
- Plugin parity work in progress
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Frequently asked questions
What is OpenSearch?
A community-driven, Apache 2.0-licensed search engine and analytics suite forked from Elasticsearch, with dashboards, vector search and observability tooling.
How much does OpenSearch cost?
OpenSearch is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does OpenSearch have a free trial?
OpenSearch offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does OpenSearch support?
OpenSearch is available on Self Hosted, Api.