Overview
Milvus is a highly flexible and scalable vector database that can be deployed on-premises or in the cloud. It is designed to handle massive datasets with millions or billions of vectors.
Key Features
- Cloud-Native: Designed to run on Kubernetes for easy scaling.
- Multiple Index Types: Supports various indexing algorithms (e.g., HNSW, IVF, Flat) to balance speed and accuracy.
- High Availability: Built-in redundancy and failover capabilities.
Comparison
Unlike Pinecone, which is a managed service, Milvus gives developers full control over the infrastructure and deployment environment.