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# Compare PostgreSQL vs Amazon DynamoDB

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> Detailed comparison between PostgreSQL and Amazon DynamoDB. Check ratings, reviews, pricing, and features to make the best decision for your business.

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## At a Glance

| Metric | PostgreSQL | Amazon DynamoDB |
| **Overall rating** | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 |
| **Total Reviews** | 412 | 21 |
| **Starting Price** | US$0.01 | - |
| **Free Trial** | Yes | Yes |
| **Free Version** | Yes | Yes |
| **Deployment** | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based, Mac (Desktop), Windows (Desktop) | Cloud, SaaS, Web-based |
| **Support** | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep) | Email/Help Desk, FAQs/Forum, Knowledge Base, Phone Support, 24/7 (Live rep), Chat |
| **Training** | Not Offered | In Person, Live Online, Webinars, Documentation |

## Best for

### PostgreSQL

All industries, all sectors, all countries

### Amazon DynamoDB

Many of the world's fastest growing businesses such as Lyft, Airbnb, and Redfin as well as enterprises such as Samsung, Toyota, and Capital One depend on the scale and performance of DynamoDB.

## Key features

### PostgreSQL

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Authentication
- Backup and Recovery
- Data Dictionary Management
- Data Import/Export
- Data Migration
- Data Replication
- Data Storage Management
- Data Synchronisation
- Database Conversion
- Full Text Search
- Multiple Programming Languages Supported
- NOSQL Database Management
- Performance Analysis
- Relational Database Management
- Secure Data Storage

### Amazon DynamoDB

- API
- Access Controls/Permissions
- Backup and Recovery
- Data Migration
- Data Recovery
- Data Replication
- Data Storage Management
- Data Virtualization
- Database Conversion
- Mobile Access
- Multiple Programming Languages Supported
- NOSQL Database Management
- Performance Analysis
- Secure Data Storage

## Links

- [View PostgreSQL Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/48791/postgresql)
- [View Amazon DynamoDB Profile](https://www.capterra.co.uk/software/199662/dynamodb)
- [View Original Comparison](https://www.capterra.co.uk/compare/48791/199662/postgresql/vs/dynamodb)

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