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PouchDB vs RethinkDB

A side-by-side look at PouchDB and RethinkDB. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

PouchDB

PouchDB

Development

PouchDB is an open-source JavaScript database that is designed to run well within web browsers. It enables applications to store data locally while offline, then synchronize it with CouchDB and compatible servers when the application is back online.

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RethinkDB

RethinkDB

Development

RethinkDB is an open-source, distributed JSON document database that focuses on easy scalability and high availability. It has an intuitive query language and simple administration tools.

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