Aiven for MySQL pricing
MySQL · Aiven · snapshot captured June 2026
Aiven for MySQL is a managed MySQL offering from Aiven. It uses all-inclusive monthly plans. Its representative entry tier is Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) at ~$75/mo. Compute, storage, HA and backups are bundled into each plan; no separate storage charge. Free tier: Free plan (1 CPU / 1 GB RAM / 1 GB storage, $0/month) plus a ~$5/month developer tier. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
Source: Aiven pricing. Data as of June 2026.
Aiven for MySQL pricing tiers
| Tier | Specs | Hourly | Monthly | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hobbyist | 1 CPU / 1 GB RAM / 8 GB storage | — | ~$19/mo | Single-node; from $19/month. |
| Startup-4 | 2 CPU / 4 GB RAM / 80 GB storage | — | ~$75/mo | Smallest Startup plan; single-node. |
| Business-4 | 2 CPU / 4 GB RAM / 80 GB storage, HA | — | ~$180/mo | Smallest Business plan; multi-node HA. |
Source: Aiven pricing. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
At a glance
| Cost factor | Aiven for MySQL |
|---|---|
| Engine | MySQL |
| Vendor | Aiven |
| Pricing model | All-inclusive monthly plans |
| Representative tier | Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) (~$75/mo) |
| Storage / extras | Compute, storage, HA and backups are bundled into each plan; no separate storage charge. |
| Free tier | Free plan (1 CPU / 1 GB RAM / 1 GB storage, $0/month) plus a ~$5/month developer tier. |
| Region note | Multi-cloud; AWS us-east region modestly higher than the headline 'from' prices. |
Source: Aiven pricing page. Data as of June 2026.
Cost pros & cons
Where Aiven MySQL saves money
- All-inclusive pricing bundles compute, storage, HA and backups
- Runs on AWS, GCP, Azure, DigitalOcean and more from one console
- Free plan and cheap developer tier for prototyping
Watch-outs
- Headline prices default to the cheapest cloud; AWS US is modestly higher
- Per-plan sizing is less granular than custom vCPU/RAM
- HA (Business plan) more than doubles the single-node price
Accuracy note: Aiven 'from' prices default to the cheapest cloud (often DigitalOcean); select AWS us-east-1 in the calculator for exact figures.
Aiven for MySQL vs similar offerings
How Aiven for MySQL compares with other managed MySQL and adjacent offerings:
| Offering | Engine | Representative tier | Est. monthly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aiven for MySQL (this offering) | MySQL | Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) | ~$75/mo |
| Amazon RDS for MySQL | MySQL | db.t3.medium (2 vCPU / 4 GiB) | ~$52/mo |
| Google Cloud SQL for MySQL | MySQL | 2 vCPU / 8 GB (Enterprise edition, compute only) | ~$101/mo |
| Azure Database for MySQL | MySQL | D2ds_v5 (2 vCore / 8 GiB, compute only) | ~$125/mo |
| PlanetScale | MySQL | PS-10 (smallest realistic production cluster) | ~$39/mo |
| Amazon ElastiCache | Redis / Valkey | cache.t4g.micro (0.5 GiB) | ~$12/mo |
Frequently asked questions
How much does Aiven for MySQL cost?
Aiven for MySQL uses all-inclusive monthly plans. Its representative entry is Startup-4 (2 CPU / 4 GB / 80 GB storage) at ~$75/mo. Compute, storage, HA and backups are bundled into each plan; no separate storage charge. snapshot captured June 2026 — verify on the vendor's pricing page.
Does Aiven for MySQL have a free tier?
Yes. Free plan (1 CPU / 1 GB RAM / 1 GB storage, $0/month) plus a ~$5/month developer tier.
What is the cheapest Aiven for MySQL tier?
The smallest tier is Hobbyist (1 CPU / 1 GB RAM / 8 GB storage): ~$19/mo. Single-node; from $19/month. Prices are a June-2026 snapshot; verify on the linked vendor pricing page before relying on them.
What should I watch for in Aiven for MySQL pricing?
Watch-outs: Headline prices default to the cheapest cloud; AWS US is modestly higher; Per-plan sizing is less granular than custom vCPU/RAM; HA (Business plan) more than doubles the single-node price. Aiven 'from' prices default to the cheapest cloud (often DigitalOcean); select AWS us-east-1 in the calculator for exact figures.
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Source & accuracy
Figures are a dated snapshot from Aiven's pricing page (snapshot captured June 2026). Managed-database pricing is volatile and varies by region, tier, storage and discounts — verify current prices on the vendor's page before purchasing. This is an informational comparison, not a quote. See our methodology and disclaimer.
Last updated: 2026-06-20