This comparison covers the performance, cost, and features of cloud-native relational databases CockroachDB and Amazon Aurora
Updated June 23, 2026
CockroachDB
Best when requiring a cloud-native relational database with support for distributed transactions and high availability
Amazon Aurora
Best when developing cloud-native applications on AWS with high performance requirements and a need for tight integration with AWS services
IT Intel recommends Amazon Aurora for its high performance, support for MySQL and PostgreSQL compatibility, and tight integration with AWS services, making it a great choice for cloud-native applications on AWS, while CockroachDB is still maturing as a product.
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