What Is Drizzle ORM?
Drizzle is a TypeScript ORM that feels like writing SQL with full type safety. Unlike Prisma's schema-first approach, Drizzle defines schemas in TypeScript and generates SQL queries that are predictable and performant. It's lightweight with zero dependencies.
How Drizzle ORM Works
Drizzle's philosophy: if you know SQL, you know Drizzle. Queries like db.select().from(users).where(eq(users.active, true)) map directly to SQL. No query builder magic — you see exactly what SQL will execute.
Key Concepts
- SQL-Like API — Query syntax that maps 1:1 to SQL — predictable, performant, no surprises
- Zero Dependencies — Drizzle has no runtime dependencies — smaller bundle and fewer supply chain concerns
Frequently Asked Questions
Why choose Drizzle over Prisma?
Drizzle gives you more control over SQL, better performance, and a lighter footprint. Prisma offers a better developer experience with its schema file and generated client. Choose based on your priority.