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We performed a comparison between Cassandra and Elastic Search based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Vector Databases solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
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Pros
"The most valuable features of Cassandra are the NoSQL database, high performance, and zero-copy streaming.""Cassandra has some features that are more useful for specific use cases where you have time series where you have huge amounts of writes. That should be quick, but not specifically the reads. We needed to have quicker reads and writes and this is why we are using Cassandra right now.""The time series data was one of the best features along with auto publishing.""Our primary use case for the solution is testing.""The most valuable feature of Cassandra is its fast retrieval. Additionally, the solution can handle large amounts of data. It is the quickest application we use.""Can achieve continuous data without a single downtime because of node to node ring architecture.""The most valuable features are the counter features and the NoSQL schema. It also has good scalability. You can scale Cassandra to any finite level.""Cassandra is good. It's better than CouchDB, and we are using it in parallel with CouchDB. Cassandra looks better and is more user-friendly."

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"The special text processing features in this solution are very important for me.""Search is really powerful.""The search speed is most valuable and important.""The tool's stability and performance are good.""A nonstructured database that can manage large amounts of nonstructured data.""The UI is very nice, and performance wise it's quite good too.""The most valuable feature is the out of the box Kibana.""Implementing the main requirements regarding my support portal​."

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Cons
"Depending upon our schema, we can't make ORDER BY or GROUP BY clauses in the product.""Doesn't support a solution that can give aggregation.""Fine-tuning was a bit of a challenge.""Cassandra could be more user-friendly like MongoDB.""The solution is limited to a linear performance.""Cassandra can improve by adding more built-in tools. For example, if you want to do some maintenance activities in the cluster, we have to depend on third-party tools. Having these tools build-in would be e benefit.""There were challenges with the query language and the development interface. The query language, in particular, could be improved for better optimization. These challenges were encountered while using the Java SDK.""The solution doesn't have joins between tables so you need other tools for that."

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"The UI point of view is not very powerful because it is dependent on Kibana.""Elastic Enterprise Search could improve the report templates.""Elastic Enterprise Search could improve its SSL integration easier. We should not need to go to the back-end servers to do configuration, we should be able to do it on the GUI.""The reports could improve.""We have an issue with the volume of data that we can handle.""Kibana should be more friendly, especially when building dashboards.""It needs email notification, similar to what Logentries has. Because of the notification issue, we moved to Logentries, as it provides a simple way to receive notification whenever a server encounters an error or unexpected conditions (which we have defined using RegEx​).""There are some features lacking in ELK Elasticsearch."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "Cassandra is a free open source solution, but there is a commercial version available called DataStax Enterprise."
  • "There are licensing fees that must be paid, but I'm not sure if they are paid monthly or yearly."
  • "We are using the open-source version of Cassandra, the solution is free."
  • "We pay for a license."
  • "I don't have the specific numbers on pricing, but it was fairly priced."
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  • "ELK has been considered as an alternative to Splunk to reduce licensing costs."
  • "An X-Pack license is more affordable than Splunk."
  • "​The pricing and license model are clear: node-based model."
  • "This is a free, open source software (FOSS) tool, which means no cost on the front-end. There are no free lunches in this world though. Technical skill to implement and support are costly on the back-end with ELK, whether you train/hire internally or go for premium services from Elastic."
  • "We are using the free version and intend to upgrade."
  • "It can be expensive."
  • "This product is open-source and can be used free of charge."
  • "We are using the open-sourced version."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:The use of Cassandra in real-time data analytics has been pivotal for our e-commerce platform. As our platform operates 24/7, providing services to sellers and customers alike, the need for real-time… more »
    Top Answer:There were challenges with the query language and the development interface. The query language, in particular, could be improved for better optimization. These challenges were encountered while using… more »
    Top Answer:Logsign provides us with the capability to execute multiple queries according to our requirements. The indexing is very high, making it effective for storing and retrieving logs. The real-time… more »
    Top Answer:I don't see improvements at the moment. The current setup is working well for me, and I'm satisfied with it. Integrating with different platforms is also fine, and I'm not recommending any changes or… more »
    Ranking
    11th
    out of 21 in Vector Databases
    Views
    344
    Comparisons
    264
    Reviews
    7
    Average Words per Review
    358
    Rating
    7.3
    1st
    out of 21 in Vector Databases
    Views
    2,118
    Comparisons
    712
    Reviews
    27
    Average Words per Review
    501
    Rating
    8.3
    Comparisons
    Couchbase logo
    Compared 21% of the time.
    MongoDB logo
    Compared 12% of the time.
    InfluxDB logo
    Compared 12% of the time.
    ScyllaDB logo
    Compared 12% of the time.
    Oracle NoSQL logo
    Compared 7% of the time.
    Faiss logo
    Compared 15% of the time.
    Milvus logo
    Compared 14% of the time.
    Pinecone logo
    Compared 7% of the time.
    Azure Search logo
    Compared 7% of the time.
    Amazon Kendra logo
    Compared 5% of the time.
    Also Known As
    Elastic Enterprise Search, Swiftype, Elastic Cloud
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    Overview

    Cassandra is a distributed and scalable database management system used for real-time data processing. 

    It is highly valued for its ability to handle large amounts of data, scalability, high availability, fault tolerance, and flexible data model. 

    It is commonly used in finance, e-commerce, and social media industries.

    Elasticsearch is a prominent open-source search and analytics engine known for its scalability, reliability, and straightforward management. It's a favored choice among enterprises for real-time data search, analysis, and visualization. Open-source Elasticsearch is free, offering a comprehensive feature set and scalability. It allows full control over deployments but requires managing and maintaining the infrastructure. On the other hand, Elastic Cloud provides a managed service with features like automated provisioning, high availability, security, and global reach.

    Elasticsearch excels in handling time-sensitive data and complex search requirements across large datasets. Its scalability allows it to handle growing data volumes efficiently, maintaining high performance and fast response times. Integrated with Kibana, Elasticsearch enables powerful data visualization, providing real-time insights crucial for data-driven decision-making.

    Elastic Cloud reduces operational overhead and improves scalability and performance, though it comes with associated costs. It is available on your preferred cloud provider — AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud. Customers who want to manage the software themselves, whether on public, private, or hybrid cloud, can download the Elastic Stack.

    At its core, Elasticsearch is renowned for its full-text search capabilities, capable of performing complex queries and supporting features like fuzzy matching and auto-complete.

    Peer reviews from various professionals highlight its strengths and weaknesses. Pros include its detection and correlation features, flexibility, cloud-readiness, extensibility, and efficient search capabilities. However, users have noted challenges like steep learning curves, data analysis limitations, and integration complexities. The platform is generally viewed as stable and scalable, with varying degrees of satisfaction regarding its usability and feature set.

    In summary, Elasticsearch stands out for its high-speed search, scalability, and versatile analytics, making it a go-to solution for organizations managing large datasets. Its adaptability to different enterprise needs, robust community support, and continuous development keep it at the forefront of enterprise search and analytics solutions. However, potential users should be aware of its learning curve and the need for skilled personnel for optimization.

    Sample Customers
    1. Apple 2. Netflix 3. Facebook 4. Instagram 5. Twitter 6. eBay 7. Spotify 8. Uber 9. Airbnb 10. Adobe 11. Cisco 12. IBM 13. Microsoft 14. Yahoo 15. Reddit 16. Pinterest 17. Salesforce 18. LinkedIn 19. Hulu 20. Airbnb 21. Walmart 22. Target 23. Sony 24. Intel 25. Cisco 26. HP 27. Oracle 28. SAP 29. GE 30. Siemens 31. Volkswagen 32. Toyota
    T-Mobile, Adobe, Booking.com, BMW, Telegraph Media Group, Cisco, Karbon, Deezer, NORBr, Labelbox, Fingerprint, Relativity, NHS Hospital, Met Office, Proximus, Go1, Mentat, Bluestone Analytics, Humanz, Hutch, Auchan, Sitecore, Linklaters, Socren, Infotrack, Pfizer, Engadget, Airbus, Grab, Vimeo, Ticketmaster, Asana, Twilio, Blizzard, Comcast, RWE and many others.
    Top Industries
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    Comms Service Provider25%
    University13%
    Financial Services Firm13%
    Transportation Company13%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Financial Services Firm20%
    Computer Software Company15%
    Comms Service Provider6%
    Healthcare Company6%
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    Financial Services Firm33%
    Computer Software Company27%
    Manufacturing Company10%
    Insurance Company7%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company18%
    Financial Services Firm15%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    Government7%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business39%
    Large Enterprise61%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise69%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business41%
    Midsize Enterprise11%
    Large Enterprise48%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business24%
    Midsize Enterprise13%
    Large Enterprise62%
    Buyer's Guide
    Cassandra vs. Elastic Search
    March 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Cassandra vs. Elastic Search and other solutions. Updated: March 2024.
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    Cassandra is ranked 11th in Vector Databases with 19 reviews while Elastic Search is ranked 1st in Vector Databases with 59 reviews. Cassandra is rated 8.0, while Elastic Search is rated 8.2. The top reviewer of Cassandra writes "Well-equipped to handle a massive influx of data and billions of requests". On the other hand, the top reviewer of Elastic Search writes "Played a crucial role in enhancing our cybersecurity efforts ". Cassandra is most compared with Couchbase, MongoDB, InfluxDB, ScyllaDB and Oracle NoSQL, whereas Elastic Search is most compared with Faiss, Milvus, Pinecone, Azure Search and Amazon Kendra. See our Cassandra vs. Elastic Search report.

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