Timescale

Timescale is operated by Timescale, Inc., headquartered in New York, New York, United States (Privately held; raised $180M+ Series C (Tiger Global, Benchmark, Redpoint)). The product launched in 2017 and a PostgreSQL-based time-series database. This 2026 review covers operator context, the current tier ladder, the feature set that matters for buyers and the live signals to watch before subscribing.

Quick facts

• Operator: Timescale, Inc.
• Headquarters: New York, New York, United States
• Public-market status: Privately held; raised $180M+ Series C (Tiger Global, Benchmark, Redpoint)
• Founded: 2017
• Category: cloud & hosting
• Current tiers: Free trial / Production / Enterprise
• Anchor price (2026): 30 days
• Competitive set: competing with InfluxDB, QuestDB and ClickHouse in time-series analytics

What is Timescale?

Timescale is a PostgreSQL-based time-series database. The product is competing with InfluxDB, QuestDB and ClickHouse in time-series analytics. Customers buy a tier that matches their usage profile — the entry tier handles PostgreSQL-compatible time-series database (TimescaleDB), while the mid and premium tiers add depth such as hypertables and continuous aggregates and Timescale Cloud managed service on AWS. Subscription billing happens through the operator's checkout or partner billing surfaces (App Store / Google Play / direct card on file).

Why choose Timescale

Operator and market position

Timescale, Inc. runs Timescale from New York, New York, United States. Its public-market status (Privately held; raised $180M+ Series C (Tiger Global, Benchmark, Redpoint)) and category position (competing with InfluxDB, QuestDB and ClickHouse in time-series analytics) shape the credibility of the operator's roadmap and pricing decisions. Buyers should weigh that operator context alongside headline features — a well-capitalised parent typically translates into faster bug fixes, longer support cycles and more predictable price changes than a smaller indie operator.

Tier ladder and pricing

The Timescale tier ladder runs Free trial, Production, Enterprise. Anchor pricing in 2026 starts around 30 days for the entry tier and steps up by tier with named feature unlocks. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site, then cross-check Subger's true-price tracker for Timescale for the all-in renewal cost after taxes and FX conversion.

Apps, integrations and customer experience

Apps and customer-experience surfaces matter as much as headline feature counts. Timescale delivers its core workflow across the platform surfaces listed in the platform table below, with notifications and self-service flows handled in-app. The 2025-2026 differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 Timescale Vector for AI workloads and Cloud expansion to additional AWS regions.

Timescale features that matter in 2026

Current feature set that buyers should weigh:

• PostgreSQL-compatible time-series database (TimescaleDB)
• hypertables and continuous aggregates
• Timescale Cloud managed service on AWS
• compression for time-series data
• vector embeddings via pgvector
• real-time analytics SQL

Feature availability varies by region and tier; the headline list above reflects the operator's primary positioning. Confirm specific regional availability on the operator's marketing pages before committing.

Timescale pricing in 2026

The Timescale tier ladder in 2026 looks like:

Headline prices step up across the ladder; promotional first-period anchors and regional FX can change the all-in cost. Subger's tools reconcile the list price with the actual renewal cost:

Timescale apps and platform support

Surface availability can vary by region and tier; confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who Timescale fits

Timescale is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Developers wanting time-series analytics inside familiar postgresql — the core target audience for the product.
• Category-focused subscribers who specifically want PostgreSQL-compatible time-series database (TimescaleDB) from competing with InfluxDB, QuestDB and ClickHouse in time-series analytics rather than a generalist platform.
• Tier-comparing households or teams evaluating the Free trial → Enterprise ladder and willing to pay up for compression for time-series data.
• Cross-device users who need apps across the surfaces in the platform table above.
• Price-sensitive shoppers who want to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

Who runs Timescale and where is it based?

Timescale is run by Timescale, Inc., headquartered in New York, New York, United States. The operator's public-market status is: Privately held; raised $180M+ Series C (Tiger Global, Benchmark, Redpoint). The product was founded in 2017.

How much does Timescale cost in 2026?

The 2026 tier ladder is Free trial, Production, Enterprise, with anchor pricing starting around 30 days. Regional currency and promotional cycles can shift the all-in cost; Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with renewal reality.

Is there a free tier or free trial for Timescale?

Yes — the Free trial tier is positioned as an entry option without an immediate paid commitment.

Where is Timescale available?

Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint from New York, New York, United States. Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing.

What 2025-2026 features set Timescale apart right now?

The live differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 Timescale Vector for AI workloads and Cloud expansion to additional AWS regions. Pair that with the headline features (PostgreSQL-compatible time-series database (TimescaleDB), hypertables and continuous aggregates, Timescale Cloud managed service on AWS) to judge whether the current roadmap fits your needs.

Which competitors should buyers compare Timescale against?

Timescale is most directly competing with InfluxDB, QuestDB and ClickHouse in time-series analytics. Run a side-by-side feature and price comparison with those alternatives — Subger's category pages help with the shortlist.

How do I cancel Timescale?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for Timescale walks through each route step-by-step.

Does Timescale offer a team or multi-seat plan?

Multi-user, team or seat structure depends on the tier. Higher tiers commonly add admin controls and SSO; entry tiers can restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing.

How can I track price changes for Timescale?

Subger's renewal tracker for Timescale records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with Timescale

Confirm the current regional price on the Timescale, Inc. signup page, choose the tier that matches your usage (Free trial or Production are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for Timescale for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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