All comparisons
/// Compare
dbt vs Airbyte — modeling vs ingestion.
A senior-engineering POV on dbt vs Airbyte — what changes in 2026, where each wins, and which we'd default to for greenfield builds.
| Dimension | dbt | Airbyte |
|---|---|---|
| Category leader | dbt | Airbyte |
| Adoption in 2026 | Widespread | Strong niche |
| Hiring market | Broad | Focused |
| Learning curve | Moderate | Moderate |
/// Origami's take
They solve different problems — dbt for modeling, Airbyte for ingestion. Most modern stacks use both.