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PostgreSQL vs SQLite

PostgreSQL

postgresql.org

Worth it
Confidence: High

Buy if your team can write SQL and own database operations . it is free, powerful, and proven at massive scale.

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Pick PostgreSQL when

  • Engineering teams with SQL skills
  • High-growth apps needing serious scale
  • Companies fleeing Oracle license costs
  • Cost-conscious startups

When PostgreSQL is not a fit

  • Non-technical teams that just need a shared spreadsheet
  • Solo users tracking contacts or small lists
  • Companies with no DBA and no managed-hosting budget
  • Buyers expecting vendor SLA support out of the box

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