TiDB

TiDB is an open-source, distributed SQL database built for modern, cloud-native applications. It offers infinite scalability with a serverless model, empowering developers to manage dynamic workloads effortlessly while reducing operational complexity.

TiDB is the open source alternative to:

PlanetScale

MongoDB

About TiDB

TiDB Cloud Serverless provides a fully managed, auto-scaling SQL database designed for unpredictable workloads. Its architecture enables non-blocking schema changes, high-performance analytical queries, and effortless integration with modern stacks. Advanced features include an AI-assisted SQL Editor, branching capabilities, a low-code data service, and built-in monitoring. A generous free tier offers 25GiB storage with 250 million reads, with a pay-as-you-go model for additional usage.

Key Features

Auto-scaling from zero to petabytes
Fully managed serverless architecture
AI-assisted SQL query generation
Seamless branching and low-code data service
Integrated monitoring for performance insights

Pricing

Free Tier and Pay-As-You-Go

Start for free and scale cost-effectively with a flexible pay-as-you-go pricing model.

Features:

✓25GiB storage included for free
✓250 million reads free
✓Pay only for usage beyond free limits

Representation of core functionalities

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mindmap TiDB Client Layer MySQL Protocol Interface Application Connections Client Tools & Drivers TiDB Server Layer SQL Parser Query Optimizer Query Executor Transaction Manager Storage Layer TiKV RocksDB Engine Raft Consensus MVCC TiFlash Column Store Engine Multi-Raft Learner Placement Driver Cluster Coordinator Meta Information Load Balancer Schedule Manager Key Features Distributed Transactions ACID Compliance Two-Phase Commit Scalability Horizontal Scaling Vertical Scaling High Availability Raft Protocol Automated Failover HTAP Processing Row Storage Column Storage Cloud Native Kubernetes Support TiDB Operator TiDB Cloud MySQL Compatibility Protocol Support Migration Tools External Integration Cloud Providers Monitoring Systems Migration Tools Kubernetes Development Open Source Community Support Documentation Contributing Guide

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Summary

TiDB Cloud Serverless delivers robust scalability and simplified database management through its open source heritage and modern, cloud-native design. Its advanced features, generous free tier, and flexible pricing empower developers to build next-generation applications with ease.

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Mar 9, 2025Updated•1 min read

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