JanusGraph
JanusGraph is a scalable, distributed graph database optimized for large-scale data storage and querying.
Technical Profile & Specs
verified 2026-11-04
- Cost
- $0 / forever (Open Source)
- License
- Open Source
- Hosting Model
- Self-host (your server)
- Platforms
- webself-hosteddocker to self-host
- Installation
- Clone https://github.com/JanusGraph/janusgraph or deploy with Docker Compose
- Operational Setup
- Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
- Where Your Data Lives
- All application data and configuration live on your own server or local database.
- The Catch / Trade-off
- Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Neo4j AuraDB.
Replaces 1 paid app
up to $65/mo ($780/yr) in subscriptions
JanusGraph FAQ
Common questions
Is JanusGraph free and open source?+
JanusGraph is an open-source tool licensed under Open Source that runs on self-host. JanusGraph is a scalable, distributed graph database optimized for large-scale data storage and querying.
What paid software does JanusGraph replace?+
JanusGraph serves as a free replacement for 1 paid SaaS application: Neo4j AuraDB, saving up to $65/month ($780/year) in subscription bills.
How do you install and set up JanusGraph?+
Installation: Clone https://github.com/JanusGraph/janusgraph or deploy with Docker Compose. Setup notes: Deploy via Docker or binary release from GitHub and configure environment variables.
What is the catch or trade-off with JanusGraph?+
Requires self-hosting setup, updates, and server maintenance compared to managed Neo4j AuraDB.