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Redis vs Postgres for caching in 2026.
A senior-engineering POV on Redis vs Postgres — what changes in 2026, where each wins, and which we'd default to for greenfield builds.
| Dimension | Redis | Postgres |
|---|---|---|
| Category leader | Redis | Postgres |
| Adoption in 2026 | Widespread | Strong niche |
| Hiring market | Broad | Focused |
| Learning curve | Moderate | Moderate |
/// Origami's take
Redis for hot paths, session stores and rate limiting. Postgres unlogged tables can go surprisingly far for lighter loads.