Databases and storage · Comparison
Prisma vs Drizzle
The two most used TypeScript ORMs. Both give you typed queries and migrations; they differ in how close they stay to SQL.
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| Compare | Prisma | Drizzle |
|---|---|---|
| Schema lives in | schema.prisma, its own language | TypeScript files |
| Query style | Object API: findMany, include | SQL-like: select, where, join |
| Types | Generated by a build step | Inferred directly, nothing to generate |
| Weight | Heavier, though improving | Very light |
| Edge and serverless | Supported, with more setup | Works out of the box |
| Migrations | Prisma Migrate | drizzle-kit |
| Easiest for | People who would rather avoid SQL | People who already know SQL |
How to choose between Prisma and Drizzle
- Pick Prisma for the smoothest typed experience and one readable schema.
- Pick Drizzle for edge runtimes, small bundles, or queries that look like SQL.
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