Which is Better Node.js ORM Libraries?
waterline vs prisma

Node.js ORM, or Object-Relational Mapping, is a programming technique that simplifies database interaction in Node.js applications. It enables developers to work with databases using JavaScript or TypeScript objects instead of raw SQL queries. This approach abstracts the complexities of database operations, allowing for a more object-oriented coding style. With features like cross-database compatibility, schema management, query building, and middleware support, Node.js ORM libraries, such as Mongoose, Prisma, Knex, Sequelize, TypeORM, Objection, Bookshelf, and Waterline, provide a convenient and consistent way to model, query, and manage data in various database systems, catering to different project needs and preferences in the Node.js ecosystem.

Package	Weekly Downloads	Github Stars	Open Issues	Last Commit	License

prisma	1,967,173	37,060	3,047	a day ago	Apache License 2.0
waterline	23,021	5,417	32	a year ago	MIT License

Featureswaterlineprisma
 
 
 
SizeWaterline is lightweight, designed to be a flexible data abstraction layer with a smaller footprint.
Prisma is moderately sized, offering a comprehensive set of features for various databases.
ConsistencyWaterline provides a schema-agnostic approach, allowing dynamic data models for NoSQL databases.
Prisma offers strong schema consistency and validation for various databases.
MutabilityWaterline allows dynamic schema changes, making it suitable for projects with changing data structures.
Prisma supports schema changes, making it adaptable to evolving application requirements.
LocalizationWaterline does not natively support localization but can be extended using custom code.
Prisma does not include built-in support for localization but can be extended using custom logic.
ExtensibilityWaterline is extensible, allowing developers to create custom adapters and extend core functionality.
Prisma is extensible through custom connectors, plugins, and the ability to write custom queries.
MaintenanceWaterline is maintained, with updates occurring to address issues and improve compatibility.
Prisma is actively maintained with regular updates and a growing community.
PopularWaterline is known in certain communities and is chosen for its simplicity and flexibility.
Prisma has gained popularity for its modern features and ease of use.
Learning CurveWaterline has a low to moderate learning curve, suitable for developers aiming for simplicity.
Prisma has a moderate learning curve, but its modern features can accelerate development.
EcosystemWaterline has a niche ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed adapters.
Prisma has a growing ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed plugins.

Features	waterline	prisma

Size	Waterline is lightweight, designed to be a flexible data abstraction layer with a smaller footprint.	Prisma is moderately sized, offering a comprehensive set of features for various databases.
Consistency	Waterline provides a schema-agnostic approach, allowing dynamic data models for NoSQL databases.	Prisma offers strong schema consistency and validation for various databases.
Mutability	Waterline allows dynamic schema changes, making it suitable for projects with changing data structures.	Prisma supports schema changes, making it adaptable to evolving application requirements.
Localization	Waterline does not natively support localization but can be extended using custom code.	Prisma does not include built-in support for localization but can be extended using custom logic.
Extensibility	Waterline is extensible, allowing developers to create custom adapters and extend core functionality.	Prisma is extensible through custom connectors, plugins, and the ability to write custom queries.
Maintenance	Waterline is maintained, with updates occurring to address issues and improve compatibility.	Prisma is actively maintained with regular updates and a growing community.
Popular	Waterline is known in certain communities and is chosen for its simplicity and flexibility.	Prisma has gained popularity for its modern features and ease of use.
Learning Curve	Waterline has a low to moderate learning curve, suitable for developers aiming for simplicity.	Prisma has a moderate learning curve, but its modern features can accelerate development.
Ecosystem	Waterline has a niche ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed adapters.	Prisma has a growing ecosystem with support for various databases and community-contributed plugins.

waterline

prisma

Waterline is a next-generation storage and retrieval engine, and the default ORM used in the Sails framework.

It provides a uniform API for accessing stuff from different kinds of databases and protocols. That means you write the same code to get and store things like users, whether they live in MySQL, MongoDB, neDB, or Postgres.

Waterline strives to inherit the best parts of ORMs like ActiveRecord, Hibernate, and Mongoose, but with a fresh perspective and emphasis on modularity, testability, and consistency across adapters.

No more callbacks

Starting with v0.13, Waterline takes full advantage of ECMAScript & Node 8's await keyword.

In other words, no more callbacks.

var newOrg = await Organization.create({
  slug: 'foo'
})
.fetch();

Looking for the version of Waterline used in Sails v0.12? See the 0.11.x branch of this repo. If you're upgrading to v0.13 from a previous release of Waterline standalone, take a look at the upgrading guide.

Installation

Install from NPM.

  $ npm install waterline

Overview

Waterline uses the concept of an adapter to translate a predefined set of methods into a query that can be understood by your data store. Adapters allow you to use various datastores such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis, etc. and have a clear API for working with your model data.

Waterline supports a wide variety of adapters, both core and community maintained.

Usage

The up-to-date documentation for Waterline is maintained on the Sails framework website. You can find detailed API reference docs under Reference > Waterline ORM. For conceptual info (including Waterline standalone usage), and answers to common questions, see Concepts > Models & ORM.

Help

Check out the recommended community support options for tutorials and other resources. If you have a specific question, or just need to clarify how something works, ask for help or reach out to the core team directly.

You can keep up to date with security patches, the Waterline release schedule, new database adapters, and events in your area by following us (@sailsjs) on Twitter.

Bugs

To report a bug, click here.

Contribute

Please observe the guidelines and conventions laid out in our contribution guide when opening issues or submitting pull requests.

Tests

All tests are written with mocha and should be run with npm:

  $ npm test

License

Waterline, like the rest of the Sails framework, is free and open-source under the MIT License.

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Which is Better Node.js ORM Libraries?waterline vs prisma