Comparison
UltraRAG vs quivr
Verdict
Pick UltraRAG if ultraRAG is a low-code framework for building retrieval-augmented generation pipelines with Python; pick quivr if quivr is a Python-based framework for integrating generative AI into applications, supporting various LLMs and vectorstores, with a focus on customization and ease of integration.
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Trust & integrity
| Signal | UltraRAG | quivr |
|---|---|---|
| Maintenance | Very active (1d since push) As of Aug 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Active (17d since push) As of Sep 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| Provenance | Not a fork · Organization account As of Aug 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 | Not a fork · Organization account As of Sep 18, 2026 · github_public_v1 |
| OSV dependency advisories | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Jul 11, 2026 · osv@v1 | No lockfile (source not queried) As of Sep 18, 2026 · osv@v1 |
| deps.dev advisories | Not queried deps.dev@v1 | Not queried deps.dev@v1 |
| OpenSSF Scorecard | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 | Not queried openssf-scorecard@v1 |
Tagline
- UltraRAG
- A Low-Code MCP Framework for Building Complex and Innovative RAG Pipelines
- quivr
- Opiniated RAG for integrating GenAI in your apps
Stars
- UltraRAG
- 5.7k
- quivr
- 40k
Forks
- UltraRAG
- 437
- quivr
- 3.7k
Open issues
- UltraRAG
- 18
- quivr
- 34
Language
- UltraRAG
- Python
- quivr
- Python
Adopt for
- UltraRAG
- UltraRAG is a low-code framework for building retrieval-augmented generation pipelines with Python.
- quivr
- Quivr is a Python-based framework for integrating generative AI into applications, supporting various LLMs and vectorstores, with a focus on customization and ease of integration.
Persona
- UltraRAG
- -
- quivr
- -
Runtime
- UltraRAG
- -
- quivr
- -
License
- UltraRAG
- Apache-2.0 license provides freedom with conditions for use, modification, and distribution.
- quivr
- Quivr is licensed under the Apache 2.0 License.
Last pushed
- UltraRAG
- Aug 17, 2026
- quivr
- Aug 31, 2026
Categories
- UltraRAG
- Data & Retrieval, LLM Frameworks
- quivr
- Data & Retrieval, Inference & Serving, LLM Frameworks
Trust and health
Maintenance
- UltraRAG
- Very active (96%)
- quivr
- Active (82%)
Days since push
- UltraRAG
- 1d
- quivr
- 17d
Open issues (now)
- UltraRAG
- 18
- quivr
- 34
Stars delta
- UltraRAG
- +18 (30d)
- quivr
- +132 (30d)
Open issues delta
- UltraRAG
- -7 (30d)
- quivr
- -2 (30d)
Full report
- UltraRAG
- Trust report
- quivr
- Trust report
Typed relationship
UltraRAG alternative quivrQuivr is opinionated in creating RAG pipelines similarly to UltraRAG, making them competitive alternatives with differing approaches.
Shared compatibility
- Python · UltraRAG: Python runtime · quivr: Python runtime
Choose UltraRAG if…
- License: UltraRAG is Apache-2.0, quivr is Other.
- Quivr is opinionated in creating RAG pipelines similarly to UltraRAG, making them competitive alternatives with differing approaches.
- Tags unique to UltraRAG: deepseek, demo, easy, embedding.
- UltraRAG ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment.
- You require a straightforward setup with uv package manager or Docker support
When NOT to use UltraRAG
- Prefer tools that do not rely on specific package managers like uv
- Require more customization in pipeline creation beyond what low-code environments offer
Choose quivr if…
- License: quivr is Other, UltraRAG is Apache-2.0.
- Pricing: The core framework is free to use under the Apache 2.0 License, but additional services or support might incur costs..
- Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM; Python environment is required.; Installation is straightforward with pip..
- Quivr is opinionated in creating RAG pipelines similarly to UltraRAG, making them competitive alternatives with differing approaches.
- Tags unique to quivr: ai, api, chatbot, database.
- Also covers Inference & Serving.
- When you need to integrate generative AI into your applications with support for multiple LLMs like GPT4, Groq, and Llama.
When NOT to use quivr
- If you are looking for a framework that enforces a strict, non-customizable approach to integrating generative AI.
- When your project requires a framework that supports only a specific set of LLMs or vectorstores, and you do not need the flexibility to switch between them.
- If your application does not require the level of customization and flexibility that Quivr offers, and a more rigid framework would suffice.
Explore
Sources
Every stat on this page traces to a dated GitHub sync, license file, enrichment field, or trust scan.
- GitHub stars (OpenBMB/UltraRAG) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (OpenBMB/UltraRAG) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (OpenBMB/UltraRAG) · observed Aug 17, 2026
- License file (Apache-2.0) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Jul 14, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Jul 11, 2026
- GitHub stars (The-Vibe-Company/quivr) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- GitHub forks (The-Vibe-Company/quivr) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Last push (The-Vibe-Company/quivr) · observed Aug 31, 2026
- License file (Other) · observed Sep 20, 2026
- Decision facts (enrichment) · observed Sep 18, 2026
- Trust scan (lockfile / OSV) · observed Sep 18, 2026
GitHub stars on cards: UltraRAG 5.7k · quivr 40k (synced Sep 20, 2026).
Common questions
- What is the difference between UltraRAG and quivr?
- UltraRAG: A Low-Code MCP Framework for Building Complex and Innovative RAG Pipelines. quivr: Opiniated RAG for integrating GenAI in your apps. See the comparison table for live GitHub stats and shared categories.
- When should I choose UltraRAG over quivr?
- Choose UltraRAG over quivr when License: UltraRAG is Apache-2.0, quivr is Other; Quivr is opinionated in creating RAG pipelines similarly to UltraRAG, making them competitive alternatives with differing approaches; Tags unique to UltraRAG: deepseek, demo, easy, embedding; UltraRAG ships Docker support for self-hosted deployment; You require a straightforward setup with uv package manager or Docker support.
- When should I choose quivr over UltraRAG?
- Choose quivr over UltraRAG when License: quivr is Other, UltraRAG is Apache-2.0; Pricing: The core framework is free to use under the Apache 2.0 License, but additional services or support might incur costs.; Requirements: Min 2 GB RAM; Python environment is required.; Installation is straightforward with pip.; Quivr is opinionated in creating RAG pipelines similarly to UltraRAG, making them competitive alternatives with differing approaches; Tags unique to quivr: ai, api, chatbot, database; Also covers Inference & Serving; When you need to integrate generative AI into your applications with support for multiple LLMs like GPT4, Groq, and Llama.
- When should I avoid UltraRAG?
- Prefer tools that do not rely on specific package managers like uv Require more customization in pipeline creation beyond what low-code environments offer
- When should I avoid quivr?
- If you are looking for a framework that enforces a strict, non-customizable approach to integrating generative AI. When your project requires a framework that supports only a specific set of LLMs or vectorstores, and you do not need the flexibility to switch between them. If your application does not require the level of customization and flexibility that Quivr offers, and a more rigid framework would suffice.
- Is UltraRAG or quivr more popular on GitHub?
- quivr has more GitHub stars (39,533 vs 5,670). Stars measure visibility, not whether either tool fits your constraints.
- Are UltraRAG and quivr open source?
- Yes - both are open-source projects on GitHub (UltraRAG: Apache-2.0, quivr: Other).
- Where can I find alternatives to UltraRAG or quivr?
- GraphCanon lists graph-backed alternatives at UltraRAG alternatives and quivr alternatives (UltraRAG markdown twin, quivr markdown twin), ranked by typed relationship edges rather than popularity votes.
- Is there a machine-readable version of this comparison?
- Yes. The markdown twin at this comparison mirrors this page for agents and LLM crawlers, with the same stats table and FAQ answers.
- Which is better maintained, UltraRAG or quivr?
- UltraRAG: Very active. quivr: Active. Compare maintenance labels, days since push, and release cadence in the trust section below - stars alone do not measure maintenance.
- Where are the full trust reports for UltraRAG and quivr?
- GraphCanon publishes per-repo trust reports with dated maintenance, provenance, and scan summaries: UltraRAG trust report; quivr trust report.