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FaunaDB vs H2 Database Engine

A side-by-side look at FaunaDB and H2 Database Engine. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

FaunaDB

FaunaDB

Development

FaunaDB is a globally distributed, serverless cloud database that enables developers to build modern applications without operational databases. It is highly scalable, provides native GraphQL support, and handles data consistency and replication automatically.

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H2 Database Engine

H2 Database Engine

Development

H2 is an open-source relational database management system written in Java. It can be embedded in Java applications or run in client-server mode. H2 supports SQL and JDBC APIs and has a small footprint, making it well-suited for testing, prototyping, and small applications.

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