Aiven is a capable multi-cloud managed data platform spanning many services; if you just need Postgres done well and affordably, here's the comparison.
Aiven manages Postgres alongside Kafka, OpenSearch, ClickHouse, Valkey and more across many clouds — great breadth if you need it, and priced for it (~$110/mo for a comparable 8 GB Postgres).
PostgresRun is focused only on Postgres: local NVMe, dedicated CPU on Pro+, included PITR and pooling, expert support, $62/mo. The same PostgreSQL 17, done one way and done well.
A fully-managed 8 GB PostgreSQL database, like for like.
| Feature | Aiven | PostgresRun |
|---|---|---|
| Price (8 GB) | ~$110/mo | $62/mo |
| Storage | Network | Local NVMe |
| Dedicated CPU | Plan-based | Pro+ (standard) |
| Backups + PITR | Yes | Included |
| Connection pooling | PgBouncer | PgBouncer included |
| Other data services (Kafka/OpenSearch/…) | Yes | No — Postgres only |
| Clouds / regions | Many | US & EU |
| Migration help | Assisted | Free, hands-on |
| Support | Paid tiers | Expert included |
| Lock-in | Multi-cloud platform | Standard PG |
Prices are indicative for a comparable single-node, 8 GB managed Postgres as of 2026 and will vary by region and options. Send us your current Aiven bill and we'll work out your real number.
Local NVMe and dedicated CPU on Pro+ mean higher IOPS and lower, more predictable query latency under load.
No platform tax for services you won't use. One predictable monthly price per database — $62 for the comparable 8 GB box.
Slow query? Bad plan? Message an expert who'll help you fix it — not a support tier that restarts the instance.
We plan and run the cutover with you from Aiven, with minimal downtime, at no cost.
We'd rather you pick the right tool. Aiven is a solid platform and can be the better call when:
If that's you, Aiven is a fine choice. If you just need Postgres, you're likely paying for breadth you won't use.
Send us your current bill and workload — we'll show you the savings and move you over from Aiven for free.