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OpenMetadata

OpenMetadata is an open and unified metadata platform designed for data discovery, observability, and governance.

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Our verdict

Who it's for

The #1 open-source platform for unified data discovery, observability, and governance.

Who should look elsewhere

Requires self-hosting for full control, which might need technical expertise.

Pros

  • +Open-source with an active and growing community.
  • +Comprehensive unified platform for various metadata use cases.
  • +Easy to deploy, operate, and upgrade due to streamlined architecture.
  • +Supports a wide range of data sources with over 100 connectors.
  • +Designed for both technical and non-technical users to collaborate.

Cons

  • −Requires self-hosting for full control, which might need technical expertise.
  • −Reliance on community support for the open-source version.

Key features

  • ✓Unified Metadata Graph
  • ✓100+ Data Connectors
  • ✓Data Discovery (Search, Facet, Preview)
  • ✓Data Lineage
  • ✓Data Observability
  • ✓Data Quality
  • ✓Data Collaboration
  • ✓Data Governance

Pricing

PlanPriceBillingNotes
Free SaaS—monthOpenMetadata cloud service; Use your own data

Integrations

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