Qdrant vs Weaviate (2026)

A detailed comparison of Qdrant and Weaviate covering features, pricing, platform support, and more.

Verdict

Both Qdrant and Weaviate are strong options. Qdrant stands out for open-source available, while Weaviate excels at open source with self-hosting option. Your choice depends on your team's workflow and priorities.

Feature Comparison

FeatureQdrantWeaviate
Vector searchYesNo
Full-text search hybridYesNo
Filtering and facetingYesNo
Scalable distributedYesNo
Python and REST APIsYesNo
GPU supportYesNo
Multi-tenancyYesYes
Open-source vector databaseNoYes
Hybrid search (vector + keyword)NoYes
Built-in vectorization modulesNoYes
GraphQL APINoYes
Self-hosted or cloud optionsNoYes

Pricing Comparison

DetailQdrantWeaviate
Free TierYesYes
Free Tier DetailsSelf-hosted or cloud trialSandbox cluster for development
Starting PriceFreeFree
Plan 1Cloud Starter: $50/monthServerless: $25/month
Plan 2Cloud Pro: $null/customEnterprise: $0/month

Pros & Cons

Qdrant

Strengths

  • +Open-source available
  • +Excellent performance
  • +Hybrid search capability
  • +Easy integration

Limitations

  • -Smaller ecosystem than Pinecone
  • -Cloud tier pricing
  • -Steeper setup curve

Platforms

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Weaviate

Strengths

  • +Open source with self-hosting option
  • +Built-in vectorization modules
  • +Excellent hybrid search capabilities
  • +Active community and ecosystem

Limitations

  • -Self-hosting requires operational expertise
  • -Steeper learning curve than Pinecone
  • -Cloud pricing can add up

Platforms

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