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Oracle Database Express Edition (XE) vs. PostgreSQL

A side-by-side comparison based on G2 review data.

MetricOracle Database Express Edition (XE)

by Oracle

PostgreSQL

by PostgreSQL

Overall rating4.34.4
Review count27683
Ease of use9.38.7
Ease of setup9.08.6
Quality of support8.58.2
Meets requirements9.19.2
NPS53.84615462.923077
Small Business25.9%35.7%
Mid-Market33.3%34.5%
Enterprise40.7%29.8%
Total page views164916
Total LLM citations1,4884,212

Oracle Database Express Edition (XE)

Whether you are a developer, a DBA, a data scientist, an educator, or just curious about databases, Oracle Database 18c Express Edition (XE) is the ideal way to get started. It is the same powerful Oracle Database that enterprises rely on worldwide, packaged for simple download, ease-of-use, and a full-featured experience. You get an Oracle Database to use in any environment, plus the ability to embed and redistribute – all completely free!

Pros

    PostgreSQL

    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.

    Pros

    • Features
    • Ease of Use
    • Reliability
    • Scalability
    • Open Source
    • Flexibility