Meilisearch vs Typesense vs Elasticsearch
Search engines to add instant search to sites and apps. Meilisearch and Typesense are light and easy (alternatives to Algolia); Elasticsearch is the most powerful and complex.
| Tool | ★ GitHub | License | Platform |
|---|---|---|---|
| | 58,232 | MIT | Rust, Docker, deb |
| | 26,076 | GPL-3.0 | C++, Docker, K8S |
| | 77,110 | SSPL-1.0 | Java |
Popularity (★ on GitHub)
MeiliSearch 58,232
Typesense 26,076
ElasticSearch 77,110
Meilisearch is an ultra-fast, typo-tolerant search engine that's easy to add to any site or app. Self-hosted, it delivers instant search without relying on paid services like Algolia.
Blazing fast, typo-tolerant open source search engine optimized for developer happiness and ease of use.
Distributed, RESTful search and analytics engine.
Frequently asked questions
Which is the best self-hosted alternative among MeiliSearch, Typesense, ElasticSearch?
It depends on your case. MeiliSearch is the most popular (58,232 stars). Compare license, platform and features in the table above.
Are MeiliSearch, Typesense, ElasticSearch free?
Yes, they're all open source and self-hosted — you run them on your own server with no monthly fee.