KiviDB

Redis/Valkey alternative.

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Profile updated 2026-11-08

Console’s review

Oct 22, 2026 · Reviewed by David Mytton

What we like

Redis-compatible protocol, including search, vectors, and Lua scripting. Commands run on every core rather than one thread. Claims faster performance than Redis, including better p99 latency. Runs on a different port by default. Written in Rust.

Tradeoffs

Licensed under AGPL.

Is KiviDB a fit?

Based on Console’s review published on 2026-10-22. Summary updated 2026-10-22.

Who it’s for

Developers looking for a Redis alternative

Why consider it

It provides faster performance, including better p99 latency

Keep in mind

It is licensed under AGPL

Tech stack

Integrates with: Docker
Lua
Redis
Valkey
Written in: Rust

Checked 2026-11-08

Source and notes

The upstream README documents a Rust implementation, Redis/Valkey protocol compatibility via RESP2/RESP3, a Docker installation, and optional Lua scripting enabled with the lua Cargo feature. Existing Redis clients are compatible clients, not official KiviDB language SDKs. Supported command differences are documented upstream.

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Coverage may be incomplete. “Written in” describes implementation, not supported project languages.