Aiven for PostgreSQL vs. PostgreSQL

Aiven for PostgreSQL is a fully managed, scalable PostgreSQL service. It is full-featured, and backed by a 99.99% SLA. You can launch a fully operational PostgreSQL cluster in the cloud and region of your choice in minutes - using the Aiven web console or programmatically via Aiven’s API, CLI, Terraform provider or Kubernetes operator. You'll have access to premium features, such as Point in Time Restore, database forking, connection pooling, and more. And you can use over 70 PostgreSQL extensions.

PostgreSQL is a powerful, open-source object-relational database system renowned for its reliability, extensibility, and adherence to SQL standards. Originating from the POSTGRES project at the University of California at Berkeley in 1986, it has evolved over nearly four decades into a robust platform capable of handling complex data workloads across various operating systems. PostgreSQL's architecture emphasizes data integrity and scalability, making it a preferred choice for developers and organizations worldwide.