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Fivetran HVR vs ScyllaDB

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Fivetran HVR

Databases

Log-based change data capture for database replication and synchronization

From
On request
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite
ScyllaDB logo

ScyllaDB

Databases

The real-time big data database compatible with Cassandra

From
Free
Rated
-
Full reviewWebsite

The short version

  • Only ScyllaDB 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; ScyllaDB enterprise tier requires custom quote from sales
  • They diverge on capability: Fivetran HVR covers Log-based change capture, ScyllaDB covers Cassandra Compatible.
  • Prices and features above were last checked on 30 August 2026.

Where they differ

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

Attributes where Fivetran HVR and ScyllaDB differ
AttributeFivetran HVRScyllaDB
Starting priceOn requestFree
Pricing modelUsage-based, integrated with Fivetran billingusage-based
Free tierNoYes
PlatformsData Warehouse, Data Lake, Operational DatabasesLinux, Docker, Kubernetes, Web
Founded20122015

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 ScyllaDB

  • Cassandra Compatible
  • DynamoDB Compatible
  • 10x Throughput
  • Low Latency
  • Auto-tuning
  • Lightweight Transactions
  • Change Data Capture
  • Cassandra Drivers

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 ScyllaDB
  • Maintaining operational copies for analyticsnot ScyllaDB
  • Disaster recovery and business continuitynot ScyllaDB
  • Feeding AI systems with fresh governed datanot ScyllaDB

ScyllaDB

  • Real-time applicationsnot Fivetran HVR
  • Content managementnot Fivetran HVR
  • User profilesnot Fivetran HVR
  • Mobile backendsnot Fivetran HVR
  • Cachingnot 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

ScyllaDB

  • Enterprise tier requires custom quote from sales
  • Pricing varies by cloud provider, storage, and instance configuration
  • Contracts available but commitment required for subscription discounts

Pricing, plan by plan

Fivetran HVR

On request

No published plan breakdown. See the Fivetran HVR review.

ScyllaDB

Free
  • ScyllaDB Cloud Standard$null/variable
    • Usage-based billing: vCPU, RAM, NVMe SSD storage
    • 2-hour P1 support response time
    • 99.9% uptime SLA
  • ScyllaDB Cloud Professional$null/variable
    • Enterprise-grade scalability
    • 1-hour P1 support response
    • Enhanced features included
  • ScyllaDB Cloud Premium$null/variable
    • Custom security and networking
    • 15-minute P1 support response
    • 99.99% uptime SLA
  • ScyllaDB Enterprise$null/quote
    • Self-managed deployment
    • On-premise or private cloud
    • Custom quote required

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 ScyllaDB if

  • You need cassandra compatible.
  • You want to start without paying.
  • You work on Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Web.
  • You also want dynamodb compatible.
ScyllaDB review

Questions people ask

Is Fivetran HVR or ScyllaDB better?
Neither clearly leads. Fivetran HVR starts at On request and ScyllaDB at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.
Which is cheaper, Fivetran HVR or ScyllaDB?
ScyllaDB has a free tier; the other does not. Paid plans start at On request for Fivetran HVR and Free for ScyllaDB.
Does Fivetran HVR or ScyllaDB run on more platforms?
Fivetran HVR runs on Data Warehouse, Data Lake, Operational Databases. ScyllaDB runs on Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, Web.
Can I use ScyllaDB for free?
Yes. ScyllaDB 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 ScyllaDB is typically brought in for.
What can Fivetran HVR do that ScyllaDB cannot?
Fivetran HVR covers Log-based change capture, Real-time replication, Schema evolution handling, Multi-table consistency. ScyllaDB covers Cassandra Compatible, DynamoDB Compatible, 10x Throughput, Low Latency.

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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ScyllaDB: How is ScyllaDB Cloud pricing calculated?

ScyllaDB Cloud uses transparent, resource-based billing based on instance type (vCPU and RAM), NVMe SSD storage, service plan tier, deployment model, and cloud provider costs.

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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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ScyllaDB: Does ScyllaDB offer a free trial?

ScyllaDB offers a 30-day developer trial on smaller instances and a 48-hour production evaluation trial with full-grade instances.

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ScyllaDB: What cost savings are available for long-term ScyllaDB commitments?

ScyllaDB subscription contracts provide up to 70% or more in savings compared to on-demand hourly billing. 1-year and 3-year contract options are available.

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ScyllaDB: How much cheaper is ScyllaDB than DynamoDB?

Unlike DynamoDB which charges per read/write unit, ScyllaDB charges based on resource usage only, potentially delivering 50% or greater cost reduction for high-throughput workloads.

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