Comparison
Weaviate vs Chroma
Overview
Weaviate is an open-source, AI-native vector database with built-in vectorization modules and hybrid search. It combines vector and keyword search, integrates with popular embedding and generative models, and offers a managed cloud service.
Chroma is an open-source embedding database focused on developer experience. It makes it simple to store, embed and query documents for LLM applications with a lightweight API, and is popular for prototyping RAG pipelines locally.
Features
- —Built-in vectorizer modules
- —Hybrid (vector + keyword) search
- —GraphQL and REST APIs
- —Generative search integrations
- —Multi-tenancy
- —Managed Weaviate Cloud
- —Lightweight, developer-first API
- —Runs embedded or client/server
- —Built-in embedding functions
- —Metadata filtering
- —Python and JavaScript clients
- —Simple local-to-production path
Pricing
Weaviate
freemiumFree plan availableOpen-source to self-host for free; Weaviate Cloud offers a free sandbox plus usage-based serverless and enterprise tiers.
| Plan | Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Open Source | Free | Self-hosted. |
| Serverless Cloud | Contact sales | Pay per dimension stored. |
Chroma
Company Fit
Weaviate
StartupSMBEnterprise
Chroma
StartupSMB