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Amazon RDS vs Redis comparison

The compared Amazon Web Services (AWS) and RedisLabs solutions aren't in the same category. Amazon Web Services (AWS) is ranked #1 in DS , with an average rating of 8.2, and holds a 20.1% mindshare in the category. RedisLabs is ranked #1 in IMDS , with an average rating of 8.7, and holds a 20.6% mindshare. Additionally, 98% of Amazon Web Services (AWS) users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 100% of RedisLabs users who would recommend it.
Amazon RDS
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98% willing to recommend
Redis
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100% willing to recommend
 

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We performed a comparison between Amazon RDS and Redis based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Database as a Service (DBaaS) solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Review summaries and opinions

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:
 

ROI

Sentiment score
3.4
Amazon RDS reduces infrastructure costs, increases agility, offers rapid ROI with pay-as-you-go benefits, and eliminates the need for DBAs.
Sentiment score
6.5
Implementing Redis improved transaction efficiency, reduced costs, enhanced performance, increased developer effectiveness, and supported scalability for organizations.
 

Customer Service

Sentiment score
7.9
Amazon RDS support receives mixed feedback, with quality depending on support level, but cost concerns exist, especially for startups.
Sentiment score
1.0
Users rarely contact Redis support, but those who do find it knowledgeable, with satisfaction levels ranging from moderate to excellent.
The documentation is quite good.
I would rate the support from AWS very high, maybe nine, but it also depends on what kind of support you have signed in your contract, whether the premium support or the standard support.
The official AWS technical support for Amazon RDS is helpful, providing 24/7 assistance for all business support cases with tools such as the health dashboard and AWS trusted advisor.
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Kenan Çiftçi - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewer
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Scalability Issues

Sentiment score
8.4
Amazon RDS is praised for scalable features, though some note limited autoscaling; supports significant growth for varying demands.
Sentiment score
7.7
Redis excels in scalability, efficiently handling large datasets with ease, making it ideal for enterprise-level operations and demands.
Its automated scaling, both in storage and instances, is vital as it eliminates manual interventions.
The installation of Amazon RDS is quite easy and quite scalable.
Despite being a strong feature, scalability could be improved due to the lack of full functionality in autoscaling.
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Data migration and changes to application-side configurations are challenging due to the lack of automatic migration tools in a non-clustered legacy system.
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Samuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2668191 - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2005650 - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Stability Issues

Sentiment score
8.2
Amazon RDS is widely praised for stability, with high ratings; occasional disruptions occur but recovery is supported by automated snapshots.
Sentiment score
7.7
Redis is stable, reliable under heavy loads, supports high availability, and user ratings reflect strong performance, needing load improvements.
It is a stable product overall, with very few issues.
Amazon RDS is very stable when deployed correctly across different zones with the right configurations.
Amazon RDS is quite stable, and the SLAs are sort of 99.98%.
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Redis is fairly stable.
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reviewer2668191 - PeerSpot reviewerSamuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2005650 - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Room For Improvement

Amazon RDS faces challenges with integration, customization, scalability, support, and requires enhancements in performance, security, and management features.
Enhancements in documentation, user-friendliness, scalability, security, cloud integration, and support are desired improvements for Redis.
Improved data migration services would enable easier transitions to the cloud.
Stability could be improved with pre-built infrastructure automation tools such as Ansible, which can reduce setup times significantly.
Having native Change Data Capture (CDC) support would be beneficial, allowing for seamless integration with Kafka without relying on external technologies like Debezium.
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Data persistence and recovery face issues with compatibility across major versions, making upgrades possible but downgrades not active.
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Samuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewer
BS
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Setup Cost

Amazon RDS is costly yet cost-efficient when optimized, with mixed reviews on pricing predictability and competitor comparisons.
Redis's open-source core is cost-effective, but enterprise features require a license; managed services start at $5/month.
While Azure provides great services, long-term plans on AWS are 20% to 30% cheaper.
I find the pricing of Amazon RDS fair, as AWS operates on a pay-for-what-you-use model.
It's a reasonably high price for us.
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Since we use an open-source version of Redis, we do not experience any setup costs or licensing expenses.
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Karthikeyan Katkam - PeerSpot reviewerSamuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewerKenan Çiftçi - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2005650 - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Valuable Features

Amazon RDS provides scalable, secure managed databases with automation and supports engines like MySQL and PostgreSQL, streamlining DevOps tasks.
Redis provides fast data access with caching, geolocation, JSON, and supports scalability, high availability, and efficient event-driven applications.
In some cases, we are using the read replica feature, and it does improve our application performance because we do not allow any downstream system to come to the main storage or main databases and perform a query.
Database management is effective in Amazon RDS because it offers automated backups, high availability, read replicas, and support from multiple database engineers, while also providing security, monitoring and metrics, scalability.
Amazon RDS provides data encryption using services like KMS, crucial for securing high-sensitive data and meeting compliance requirements such as HIPAA or PCI DSS.
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It functions similarly to a foundational building block in a larger system, enabling native integration and high functionality in core data processes.
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reviewer2592669 - PeerSpot reviewer
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Samuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewerreviewer2005650 - PeerSpot reviewer
 

Categories and Ranking

Amazon RDS
Average Rating
8.4
Reviews Sentiment
7.2
Number of Reviews
57
Ranking in other categories
Database as a Service (DBaaS) (1st)
Redis
Average Rating
8.8
Reviews Sentiment
5.7
Number of Reviews
23
Ranking in other categories
NoSQL Databases (7th), Managed NoSQL Databases (9th), In-Memory Data Store Services (1st), Vector Databases (4th)
 

Mindshare comparison

While both are Database Services solutions, they serve different purposes. Amazon RDS is designed for Database as a Service (DBaaS) and holds a mindshare of 20.1%, down 25.4% compared to last year.
Redis, on the other hand, focuses on In-Memory Data Store Services, holds 20.6% mindshare, up 15.3% since last year.
Database as a Service (DBaaS) Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Amazon RDS20.1%
MongoDB Atlas13.9%
Microsoft Azure SQL Database13.0%
Other53.0%
Database as a Service (DBaaS)
In-Memory Data Store Services Market Share Distribution
ProductMarket Share (%)
Redis20.6%
Amazon ElastiCache24.3%
Google Cloud Memorystore19.3%
Other35.8%
In-Memory Data Store Services
 

Featured Reviews

Samuel Ebite - PeerSpot reviewer
Ensure high availability with robust encryption and seamless backups
Amazon RDS provides data encryption using services like KMS, crucial for securing high-sensitive data and meeting compliance requirements such as HIPAA or PCI DSS. The best practices we've employed with RDS help design a well-architected framework, encompassing security, encryption, scalability with multi-availability zone deployment, and operational excellence with automated backups. RDS features, such as reserved instances, storage auto-scaling, monitoring with technologies like CloudWatch, and proxies, contribute to cost optimization. The solution enhances security with IAM authentication and offers high availability to end users.
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Yaseer Arafat - PeerSpot reviewer
Unmatched Performance and Scalability for Modern Applications
Redis has room for improvement in a few areas. Enhanced tools for managing and monitoring clusters would be beneficial, as would built-in security mechanisms like advanced encryption and granular access controls. Simplifying setup and configuration could make Redis more accessible to new users. Introducing more enterprise-grade features, such as better multi-tenancy support and improved backup and restore capabilities, would also be advantageous. For the next release, it would be great to see enhanced cluster management tools, native multi-region supports for better data redundancy, integrated analytics for deeper insights, AI and ML integration features, and improved developer experience through enhanced SDKs and tools.
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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews
Computer Software Company
14%
Financial Services Firm
13%
University
7%
Manufacturing Company
7%
Financial Services Firm
24%
Computer Software Company
12%
Educational Organization
8%
Comms Service Provider
6%
 

Company Size

By reviewers
Large Enterprise
Midsize Enterprise
Small Business
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business22
Midsize Enterprise14
Large Enterprise23
By reviewers
Company SizeCount
Small Business11
Midsize Enterprise3
Large Enterprise8
 

Questions from the Community

What do you like most about Amazon RDS?
The product's installation phase is easy.
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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Amazon RDS?
The pricing for Amazon RDS is reasonable.
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What needs improvement with Amazon RDS?
User interface needs improvement for using IPS and cloud watch to scale and utilize read replicas, enabling performance insights to view query formats where the bottlenecks occur, identifying the f...
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What do you like most about Redis?
Redis is better tested and is used by large companies. I haven't found a direct alternative to what Redis offers. Plus, there are a lot of support and learning resources available, which help you u...
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What needs improvement with Redis?
The disadvantage of Redis is that it's a little bit hard to have too many clusters or too many nodes and create the clusters. The sync between the nodes is easier to implement with Couchbase, for e...
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What is your primary use case for Redis?
Redis is used for a part of a booking engine for travel, specifically for the front part to get some sessions and information about the sessions. If a customer or user is using the sites in differe...
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Comparisons

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Compared 18% of the time
Oracle Database as a Service vs Amazon RDS Logo
Oracle Database as a Service vs Amazon RDS
Compared 16% of the time
Microsoft Azure SQL Database vs Amazon RDS Logo
Microsoft Azure SQL Database vs Amazon RDS
Compared 13% of the time
SingleStore vs Amazon RDS Logo
SingleStore vs Amazon RDS
Compared 2% of the time
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Red Hat Data Grid vs Redis Logo
Red Hat Data Grid vs Redis
Compared 11% of the time
Oracle Coherence vs Redis Logo
Oracle Coherence vs Redis
Compared 10% of the time
Chroma vs Redis Logo
Chroma vs Redis
Compared 9% of the time
ScyllaDB vs Redis Logo
ScyllaDB vs Redis
Compared 6% of the time
Upstash vs Redis Logo
Upstash vs Redis
Compared 5% of the time
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Product Reports

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Amazon RDS
September 2025
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Redis
August 2025
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Also Known As

RDS
Redis Enterprise
 

Overview

Amazon Relational Database Service (Amazon RDS) is a web service that makes it easier to set up, operate, and scale a relational database in the cloud. It provides cost-efficient, resizeable capacity for an industry-standard relational database and manages common database administration tasks.

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

Redis offers high-speed, in-memory storage, renowned for real-time performance. It supports quick data retrieval and is used commonly in applications like analytics and gaming.

Renowned for real-time performance, Redis delivers high-speed in-memory storage, making it a favorite for applications needing quick data retrieval. Its diverse data structures and caching capabilities support a broad array of use cases, including analytics and gaming. Redis ensures robust scalability with master-slave replication and clustering, while its publish/subscribe pattern renders it reliable for event-driven applications. The solution integrates smoothly with existing systems, minimizing performance tuning needs. Although documentation on scalability and security could be improved, Redis remains cost-effective and stable, commonly utilized in cloud environments. Enhancing integration with cloud services like AWS and Google Cloud and refining GUI may improve usability.

What are the key features of Redis?
  • High Speed: In-memory data storage for swift access.
  • Scalability: Master-slave replication and clustering for growth.
  • Data Structures: Supports diverse types for varied uses.
  • Persistence: RDB snapshots and AOF logs ensure durability.
  • Integration: Seamless integration reduces tuning efforts.
What should users look for in Redis reviews?
  • Performance: Real-time data retrieval boosts efficiency.
  • Cost-Effectiveness: Stable, budget-friendly implementation.
  • Versatility: Suitable for diverse environments and platforms.
  • Reliability: Ensures data persistence and high availability.

Redis finds application across industries for tasks like caching to improve application performance and speed, minimizing database load. It enables real-time processing for session storage, push notifications, and analytics. As a messaging platform, Redis handles high traffic and supports replication and clustering for cross-platform scalability.

RedisLabs
 

Sample Customers

Edmodo
1. Twitter 2. GitHub 3. StackOverflow 4. Pinterest 5. Snapchat 6. Craigslist 7. Digg 8. Weibo 9. Airbnb 10. Uber 11. Slack 12. Trello 13. Shopify 14. Coursera 15. Medium 16. Twitch 17. Foursquare 18. Meetup 19. Kickstarter 20. Docker 21. Heroku 22. Bitbucket 23. Groupon 24. Flipboard 25. SoundCloud 26. BuzzFeed 27. Disqus 28. The New York Times 29. Walmart 30. Nike 31. Sony 32. Philips
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