Aiven for PostgreSQL
Relational databases
Database management systems (DBMS)
Database software
SQL query builder tools
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What is Aiven for PostgreSQL
Aiven for PostgreSQL is a managed PostgreSQL database service provided by Aiven that provisions, operates, and maintains PostgreSQL clusters in public cloud environments. It targets application teams and data engineers who want a hosted relational database with automated operations such as backups, patching, monitoring, and scaling. The service emphasizes portability across multiple cloud providers and regions, and it adds managed features such as high availability options and integrations for observability and data services. It is primarily used for transactional workloads and general-purpose SQL applications that rely on PostgreSQL compatibility.
Managed PostgreSQL operations
The service handles common operational tasks such as provisioning, patching, backups, and routine maintenance for PostgreSQL. It provides built-in monitoring and operational controls through Aiven’s console and APIs. This reduces the need for teams to run their own database infrastructure and on-call operations for standard administration tasks.
Multi-cloud deployment options
Aiven supports deploying PostgreSQL across multiple major cloud providers and regions from a single service layer. This can help organizations standardize database operations across environments and reduce provider-specific operational differences. It also supports use cases where teams need to place data close to applications in different clouds or regions.
High availability configurations
Aiven for PostgreSQL supports configurations designed for higher uptime, such as multi-node setups and automated failover (availability features vary by plan and configuration). It also supports point-in-time recovery capabilities via backups/WAL-based restore options (implementation details depend on configuration). These features align with production requirements for many transactional systems.
Not a SQL query builder
Despite being listed under SQL query builder tools, Aiven for PostgreSQL is primarily a managed database service rather than an end-user SQL query building interface. Users typically rely on external clients, IDEs, BI tools, or application code to author and run SQL. Teams expecting a built-in visual query builder or analytics workbench will likely need additional tooling.
Less control than self-managed
As a managed service, some low-level configuration and host-level access is restricted compared with running PostgreSQL on self-managed infrastructure. Certain extensions, OS-level tuning, or bespoke maintenance workflows may be limited to what the provider supports. This can be a constraint for specialized PostgreSQL deployments that require deep customization.
Cost and portability tradeoffs
Managed services add platform and operational costs on top of underlying cloud infrastructure, which may be higher than self-managed deployments for steady-state workloads. While multi-cloud support improves portability, moving large databases between clouds can still involve data transfer time, egress charges, and operational planning. Organizations with strict cost controls may need careful sizing and lifecycle management.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0/month | Single dedicated VM; 1 CPU, 1 GB RAM, 1 GB disk; monitoring and backups; cannot create in VPC; no static IPs, no integrations; not covered by 99.99% SLA. |
| Developer | $5/month | Single node; 1 CPU, 1 GB RAM, up to 8 GB disk; monitoring, backups, Basic support; services not auto-powered-off when idle. |
| Hobbyist (Professional) | starting from $12/month ($0.02/hour) | Single node; 1 CPU, 1 GB RAM, 8 GB storage; limited features compared to higher Professional plans. |
| Startup (Professional) | starting from $75/month ($0.10/hour) | Single node variants (e.g., Startup-4/8/16/etc) with larger CPU/RAM/disk; 99.99% SLA for production; backup retention varies by size. |
| Business (Professional) | starting from $180/month ($0.25/hour) | High-availability (primary + 1 standby); longer backup retention (e.g., 14 days); additional HA features. |
| Premium (Professional) | starting from $270/month ($0.37/hour) | Multi-node high-availability (primary + 2 standby); longest backup retention (e.g., 30 days); highest capacity. |
| Enterprise / Custom | Custom pricing | Custom plans available for larger setups; contact Sales for BYOC / enterprise offerings. |
Seller details
Aiven Ltd
Helsinki, Finland
2016
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