KalDB

Questions and answers

• DIY option
  You can build and run KalDB yourself, but it may be more difficult than expected.
• Open source
  KalDB is open source and allows you to see and modify the code under Apache 2.0 license.
• Cost savings
  KalDB can save 90% of the cost compared to Elasticsearch with the same features.
• Free version
  KalDB has a free option that is suitable for small needs but can become expensive at large scale.
• Compatibility
  KalDB is fully compatible with OpenSearch API, needing no migrations or rewrites.
• No per-GB fees
  KalDB does not charge extra based on data size, giving full control over data sovereignty.
• OpenSearch API
  KalDB uses the same API as OpenSearch, making it easy to connect and use.
• Petabyte scale
  KalDB is designed to handle very large amounts of log data, running efficiently at petabyte size.
• High performance
  KalDB provides fast search results with less than 1 second latency at large scale.
• S3-backed storage
  KalDB stores data using S3, which helps save costs and improve storage flexibility.
• Serverless Lucene
  KalDB uses a serverless version of Lucene, the search engine technology, at petabyte scale.
• Real-time indexing
  KalDB can add new data quickly so you can search the latest information instantly.
• Log analytics focus
  KalDB is built to handle the toughest log analysis challenges with high volume and long data retention.
• Enterprise readiness
  KalDB is proven to work reliably for big companies like Slack and Airbnb, with features like SSO and compliance certifications.
• Managed service option
  KalDB offers a managed service that reduces management tasks and headaches.
• Self-hosted deployments
  You can run KalDB on your own cloud accounts for full data control and compliance.
• Supports cloud platforms
  KalDB works with AWS, GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, and more, making it flexible to use.
• Decoupled compute and storage
  KalDB separates data storage from processing power, allowing easier scaling.