An in-memory data store that is API-compatible with Redis and Memcached, aiming to be a drop-in replacement for both.
31.8K1.3KC++OtherUpdated 4 hours ago
2 alternatives
Best open-source alternatives to Redis (2026)
Looking for a free, open-source alternative to Redis? These 2 projects can replace it. Each one passed our quality screening and is explained in plain words, so you can compare stars, license and maintenance at a glance.
Quick comparison
| Project | Stars | License | Last commit |
|---|---|---|---|
| dragonflydb/dragonfly | ★ 31.8K | Other | 4 hours ago |
| kividbio/kividb | ★ 203 | AGPL-3.0 | yesterday |
A Redis- and Valkey-compatible in-memory key-value server written in Rust, with built-in full-text and vector search.
2033RustAGPL-3.0Updated yesterday
FAQ
- Is there a free, open-source alternative to Redis?
- Yes. The most popular open-source alternatives to Redis on Repolode are dragonfly, kividb.
- Which Redis alternative should I choose?
- dragonfly has the most GitHub stars and is released under Other. Compare the license and last commit of each option in the table above before choosing.