# HyperSwitch vs tidb

> Two self-hosted projects, compared on the numbers selfhost.directory tracks live: score, popularity, release cadence and setup effort.

| | HyperSwitch | tidb |
|---|---|---|
| Score | 81/100 ✓ | 80/100 |
| Rank in category | #2 of 9 in Fintech | #4 of 38 in Databases |
| GitHub stars | 45 516 ✓ | 40 685 |
| Stars, last 30 days | +1 605 ✓ | +98 |
| Stable releases, 12 months | 2 | 2 |
| Latest release | v1.127.0 · 23 Sept 2026 ✓ | v8.5.8 · 27 Aug 2026 |
| Setup | Advanced | Advanced |
| Official Docker image | Yes | Yes |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Main language | Rust | Go |

## Which one should you pick?

HyperSwitch scores 81/100 against 80/100 for tidb, so it is the safer default.

HyperSwitch is growing faster right now (+1 605 stars in 30 days).

## Details

- [HyperSwitch](https://selfhost.directory/project/hyperswitch) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/hyperswitch.md)
- [tidb](https://selfhost.directory/project/tidb) (markdown: https://selfhost.directory/project/tidb.md)

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Source: https://selfhost.directory/compare/hyperswitch-vs-tidb