Fiveonefour

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Fiveonefour

Build data apps 10x faster, half the cost.

Categories:

Code Assistant, Developer Tools, Low-code/No-code, SQL

Pricing Model:

Freemium

Updated: October 16, 2025

Introduction

Building data-heavy apps with old-school SQL and clunky workflows is like trying to sprint through quicksand.

You're stuck writing endless queries, your costs are through the roof, and getting AI to play nice with your databases feels impossible.

If you're tired of watching your development speed crawl while your infrastructure bills soar, Fiveonefour might be exactly what you need. This developer toolkit promises to slash your data infrastructure costs in half while speeding up your analytics development by 10x.

But does it actually deliver on these bold claims? Let's find out if Fiveonefour can really transform how you build and deploy data-intensive applications, or if it's just another tool that sounds good on paper.

Key Features

MooseStack: Build analytical backends using TypeScript or Python you already know. Skip the complex SQL and get your data features up and running 10x faster than traditional methods.

Boreal: Deploy your applications straight to production with built-in Git and CI/CD integration. Your infrastructure scales automatically as your business grows, without you lifting a finger.

Sloan AI Copilot: Talk to your data like you’d talk to a colleague. Ask questions in plain English and get instant API generation and data transformations without writing a single line of code.

Aurora AI Agents: Put your data engineering on autopilot. These AI agents handle complex workflows automatically, turning your raw data into production-ready insights in record time.

Managed Change Data Capture (CDC): Keep all your systems in perfect sync with real-time data updates. Your team always works with the latest information across every platform and application.

Observability Logs & Metrics: See exactly what’s happening in your system at all times. Spot issues before they become problems and keep your data operations running smoothly.

Our Take

For small business owners looking to build analytical features into their software, Fiveonefour offers some interesting possibilities. The platform lets you skip writing complex SQL and instead use TypeScript or Python – languages many developers already know. This could save you serious time and money if you’re trying to add data analytics to your product.

The 10x speed improvement and 50% cost reduction that some users report are eye-catching numbers. If even half true for your use case, that’s a significant impact on your bottom line. The AI features like Sloan and Aurora could help your team work faster by automating repetitive data tasks and letting them ask questions in plain English instead of writing code.

But here’s what you need to consider: Your team will need to learn new ways of working if they’re used to traditional SQL databases. And since Fiveonefour is built around ClickHouse, you’ll need to adopt that technology too. That’s not necessarily bad – ClickHouse is powerful – but it’s a commitment.

The lack of public reviews makes it harder to know how well this works for businesses like yours. You’re essentially taking the company’s word for it, which isn’t ideal when making technology decisions.

If you’re already using modern development practices with Git and CI/CD pipelines, Fiveonefour should fit right in. But if your team is more traditional, the learning curve might slow down those promised speed gains.

For the right business – one that’s ready to adopt new technologies and has developers comfortable with TypeScript or Python – Fiveonefour could deliver real value. Just make sure your team is ready for the change before jumping in.

Pros

Development speed gets a serious boost - users report building analytics features 10x faster than before
Your data costs could drop by half - some users cut their infrastructure spending by 50%
Works with languages you already know - TypeScript and Python developers can jump right in
AI handles the boring stuff - Sloan and Aurora automate workflows so you can focus on building
Everything you need for deployment - Git integration and CI/CD support come built-in
Real-time data sync keeps everything current - CDC features mean your data stays consistent across systems
Track performance without the headache - built-in monitoring shows you exactly what's happening

Cons

Teams used to traditional SQL might need time to adjust
You'll need to use ClickHouse which could mean changing your current database setup
Not many public reviews available yet to see what other users think

Pricing

Fiveonefour offers three pricing tiers for their analytical backend platform. The Free tier includes a local dev server, analytical infrastructure as code without YAML, unlimited deployments, preview branches, observability logs and metrics, managed CDC, and Analytics AI/MCP features. It comes with 50 BUUs (Boreal Usage Units) included, 1 developer seat, and 2 analyst seats with Slack community support.

The Pro tier starts at $100 per month and includes everything in Free plus 10x more usage (500 BUUs included), observability integrations, autoscaling, team collaboration features, private network linking, and standard support. Additional BUUs cost $0.04 per BUU if you bring your own database/streaming infrastructure or $0.24 per BUU for hosted infrastructure. Extra developer seats are $20 each and analyst seats are $5 each after the included seats. AI dev tools with co-pilot/IDE integration are available for an additional $40 per developer seat.

The Enterprise tier offers custom pricing and includes everything in Pro plus auth integrations like SSO and LDAP, AI/compliance/security control plane, bring your own cloud option, distributed deployment capability, enterprise SLAs, dedicated email and phone support, and professional services. Enterprise plans feature custom BUU allocations, custom preview branches, and custom seating arrangements.

All tiers include the local DX platform powered by OSS MooseStack with features like data contracts as code, TypeScript/Python/SQL support, OLAP-native ORM, and client modules for popular frameworks. The platform also provides git and CI/CD integration, staging environments, schema dependency management, and API endpoint security across all plans.

Final Thoughts

Building data-heavy apps doesn’t have to feel like pushing a boulder uphill. Fiveonefour gives you real tools to speed up development and cut costs – two things every business owner cares about. The AI features alone could save your team hours each week, and the 50% cost reduction some users see is nothing to ignore.

Before you decide, think about where your business is heading. Are you ready to move beyond traditional SQL? Is your team comfortable learning new tools? If you’re building analytical features and want to move faster while spending less, this could be the right fit.

The best part is you don’t have to wonder if it works for your specific needs. Take some time to explore what Fiveonefour can do for your business. Test it with a small project first. See if those speed improvements and cost savings apply to your use case.

Ready to see if Fiveonefour can transform how you build data apps? Click the button below to get started and find out if it’s the solution you’ve been looking for.

FAQs

What programming languages can I use with Fiveonefour?

You can build with TypeScript or Python - no need to write complex SQL queries.

How much does Fiveonefour cost?

Pricing isn't publicly listed, but users report cutting their data infrastructure costs by up to 50% after switching.

Do I need to use ClickHouse with Fiveonefour?

Yes, Fiveonefour is built around ClickHouse technology, so you'll need to adopt it for your analytical database.

Can I integrate Fiveonefour with my existing CI/CD pipeline?

Yes, Boreal includes built-in Git and CI/CD integration for seamless deployment to production.

How fast can I build analytics features with Fiveonefour?

Users report building analytics features up to 10x faster compared to traditional SQL-based methods.

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