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Fivetran HVR vs Ninox

Fivetran HVR logo

Fivetran HVR

Databases

Log-based change data capture for database replication and synchronization

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
Ninox logo

Ninox

Databases

The database for teams

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only Ninox has a free tier, so it costs nothing to try first.
  • Each has a real cost: Fivetran HVR pricing not published separately; part of Fivetran's usage model; Ninox free plan limited to 5 users and 5,000 records
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 29 August 2026.

Where they differ

Only the attributes on which Fivetran HVR and Ninox actually diverge.

Attributes where Fivetran HVR and Ninox differ
AttributeFivetran HVRNinox
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelUsage-based, integrated with Fivetran billingfreemium
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsData Warehouse, Data Lake, Operational DatabasesWeb
Founded2012Unknown

Identical on both: user rating (Not yet rated), category (Databases).

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

Only in Fivetran HVR

  • Log-based change capture
  • Real-time replication
  • Schema evolution handling
  • Multi-table consistency
  • Zero-impact monitoring
  • Fivetran integration

Only in Ninox

Nothing recorded that Fivetran HVR does not also cover.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Fivetran HVR

  • Real-time database replication to data warehousesnot Ninox
  • Maintaining operational copies for analyticsnot Ninox
  • Disaster recovery and business continuitynot Ninox
  • Feeding AI systems with fresh governed datanot Ninox

Ninox

  • No-code database solutions for small to medium teamsnot Fivetran HVR
  • Workflow automation and process managementnot Fivetran HVR
  • Customer data and project tracking with custom viewsnot Fivetran HVR

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Fivetran HVR

  • Pricing not published separately; part of Fivetran's usage model
  • Requires Fivetran relationship for implementation
  • Limited standalone documentation and community resources
  • May be overkill for simple batch replication needs
  • Competitive offerings provide more transparent per-connector pricing

Ninox

  • Free plan limited to 5 users and 5,000 records
  • API call limits restrict automation on lower tiers (1,000/month free, 10,000/month team)
  • Only 7-day history on free plan vs. unlimited on Business

Pricing, plan by plan

Fivetran HVR

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Fivetran HVR review.

Ninox

Free
  • FreeFree
    • Up to 5 users
    • 100 MB storage
    • Up to 5,000 records
  • Team$25/month
    • 5 GB storage per user
    • 50,000 records per user
    • 10,000 API calls per user per month
  • Business$40/month
    • 10 GB storage per user
    • 250,000 records per user
    • 50,000 API calls per user per month
  • Enterprise$null/custom
    • Custom pricing available
    • Dedicated support
    • Custom solutions and governance

Which should you pick?

Choose Fivetran HVR if

  • You need log-based change capture.
  • You work on Data Warehouse, Data Lake, Operational Databases.
  • You also want real-time replication.
Fivetran HVR review

Choose Ninox if

  • You want to start without paying.
Ninox review

Questions people ask

Is Fivetran HVR or Ninox better?
Neither clearly leads. Fivetran HVR starts at On request and Ninox at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fivetran HVR or Ninox?
Ninox has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Fivetran HVR and Free for Ninox.
Does Fivetran HVR or Ninox run on more platforms?
Fivetran HVR runs on Data Warehouse, Data Lake, Operational Databases. Ninox runs on Web.
Can I use Ninox for free?
Yes. Ninox has a free tier, so you can try it without paying. Fivetran HVR starts at On request.
What is Fivetran HVR best used for?
Fivetran HVR is most often used for real-time database replication to data warehouses, maintaining operational copies for analytics, disaster recovery and business continuity, feeding ai systems with fresh governed data. Of those, real-time database replication to data warehouses and maintaining operational copies for analytics are not what Ninox is typically brought in for.
What can Fivetran HVR do that Ninox cannot?
Fivetran HVR covers Log-based change capture, Real-time replication, Schema evolution handling, Multi-table consistency.

Answered from the vendors’ own pages

Fivetran HVR: What databases does Fivetran HVR support?

HVR supports major databases including Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, MySQL, and others that emit transaction logs.

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Ninox: How much does Ninox cost?

Ninox is free for individuals with up to 5 users. Team plan is 25 EUR per user per month (billed annually), and Business plan is 40 EUR per user per month (billed annually). Enterprise plans have custom pricing.

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Fivetran HVR: Is HVR part of standard Fivetran pricing?

Yes, HVR is integrated into Fivetran's usage-based pricing model with standard per-row-synced and transformation costs.

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Ninox: Is Ninox free?

Yes, Ninox offers a free plan for up to 5 users with 100 MB storage and 5,000 records. No payment required to start, and includes all core views: table, form, chart, kanban, maps, and calendar.

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Ninox: What is Ninox Team plan pricing?

The Team plan costs 25 EUR per user per month (billed annually). It includes 5 GB storage per user, 50,000 records, 10,000 API calls per month per user, and 30-day history. Annual billing is required.

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