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GraphScope NeuG

Free#28 of 39 in Graph Databases

GraphScope NeuG: A feature-rich embedded Cypher database for graph, vector, and hybrid retrieval workloads. Ranked #28 of 39 in Graph Databases by our editors (6.1/10); pricing: Open source; best for embedded Cypher graph applications.

6.1/10Editor score

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At a glance

Editor score
6.1 / 10
Pricing
Open source
Best for
Embedded Cypher graph applications
Paid from
Free
Deployment
Self_hosted
Facts checked
22 Sep 2026

Where it wins
- Free Apache 2.0 software with embedded and service deployment modes
- Combines Cypher, ACID transactions, vector search, and graph algorithms
- Python, Node.js, and C++ bindings with S3 and Parquet support
Where it doesn't
- Self-hosted deployment places infrastructure and operations responsibility on the team
- Platform coverage is centered on Linux, macOS, and API access
- Project maturity signals are limited for teams seeking established ecosystem depth

Our verdict on GraphScope NeuG

GraphScope NeuG is an open-source, embeddable graph database from Alibaba Group’s Damo Academy. It is designed for developers building applications that combine graph queries with transactional data, vector retrieval, full-text search, or graph analytics. Cypher is its native query language, while embedded and service deployment modes support different application architectures. Linux, macOS, and API access are supported, with Python, Node.js, and C++ bindings for application integration.

The strongest case for NeuG is the breadth of capabilities in one database. ACID transaction support covers transactional graph workloads, while vector similarity search uses HNSW indexes and graph and vector hybrid retrieval connects semantic search with graph relationships. The GDS extension adds graph algorithms, and full-text search extends its retrieval options. Data can be imported or exported in CSV, JSON, and Parquet formats, with access to S3, Alibaba Cloud OSS, and HTTP/HTTPS sources. That combination suits applications that need more than a narrow graph query layer.

NeuG is also a practical fit for teams comfortable owning a self-hosted database. The Apache 2.0 license and free open-source model remove licensing cost as a starting constraint, but deployment, upgrades, capacity planning, and operational support remain part of the team’s responsibility. Its language bindings and storage integrations cover common development paths, though buyers seeking a managed service, broader platform coverage, or stronger maturity signals should consider an alternative. Choose NeuG when embedded Cypher, transactions, analytics, and hybrid retrieval belong in the same application; avoid it when minimizing infrastructure ownership is the main priority.

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GraphScope NeuG pricing

Plans Open sourceFree Free to use — no paid tier required for the core job.

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GraphScope NeuG fact sheet

Free plan	Not verified
Paid from	Free
Deployment	Self_hosted
Query languages	Cypher
ACID transactions	Yes
Graph algorithms	Yes
Vector search	Yes
Included storage	Not verified
Deployment	Self-hosted
Platforms	Linux, macOS
Support	Docs, Community
Built for	Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise (editorial estimate)
Integrations	4 integrations: S3, OSS, Apache Arrow, Parquet
Pricing	Open source
Website	graphscope.io
Facts checked	22 Sep 2026

GraphScope NeuG integrations

GraphScope NeuG lists 4 integrations on its own site.

S3
OSS
Apache Arrow
Parquet

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