StarRocks
by StarRocks (Linux Foundation)
High-performance OLAP database for real-time analytics
Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- StarRocks (Linux Foundation)
- Pricing
- Open source - Free
- Free tier
- Yes
- Platforms
- Self Hosted, Api
- Best for
- Data Engineers, Analytics Teams
- Editor rating
- 4.5 / 5
- Founded
- 2020
- Headquarters
- Santa Clara, USA
What is StarRocks?
StarRocks is a databases tool from StarRocks (Linux Foundation). An open-source MPP analytical database for sub-second queries on real-time and batch data, with native data-lake querying and a vectorized execution engine.
StarRocks uses open source pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free.
It's best suited to data engineers, analytics teams and runs on Self Hosted, Api.
Standout strengths include fast real-time analytics, queries data lakes directly, mysql protocol compatible. Worth weighing: operational tuning needed, younger documentation.
StarRocks pricing
Pros
- Fast real-time analytics
- Queries data lakes directly
- MySQL protocol compatible
Cons
- Operational tuning needed
- Younger documentation
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Frequently asked questions
What is StarRocks?
An open-source MPP analytical database for sub-second queries on real-time and batch data, with native data-lake querying and a vectorized execution engine.
How much does StarRocks cost?
StarRocks is open-source-priced. It has a free tier.
Does StarRocks have a free trial?
StarRocks offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.
What platforms does StarRocks support?
StarRocks is available on Self Hosted, Api.