Greenplum — RDBMS (Open Source)

Greenplum is an open-source RDBMS solution from VMware/Broadcom. Compare it against 85 other RDBMS tools on FreeSoftwareX — by features, licensing and price — and request a quote or demo free in 2026.

What is Greenplum?

Greenplum is open source — its source code is publicly available and free to use, modify and self-host, usually with an active community and no licensing fees. It is categorised under RDBMS and published by VMware/Broadcom. Buyers typically evaluate Greenplum when they need a dependable RDBMS option and want to weigh the trade-offs between free, open-source and paid tools before committing.

Greenplum alternatives

If Greenplum isn't the right fit, compare these RDBMS alternatives side by side:

4th Dimension (4D)Actian VectorActian Zen (PSQL)Adabas DAltibaseAmazon AuroraApache DerbyApache IgniteCA DatacomCA IDMSCUBRIDClarionCockroachDBCrateDB

Frequently asked questions

Is Greenplum free?
Yes. Greenplum is open source and free to use, with no purchase cost for the core product.
What are the best Greenplum alternatives?
Popular RDBMS alternatives to Greenplum include 4th Dimension (4D), Actian Vector, Actian Zen (PSQL), Adabas D. See the full list of RDBMS on FreeSoftwareX.
What type of software is Greenplum?
Greenplum is an open-source RDBMS tool developed by VMware/Broadcom.

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