Why is SQLite preferred?

Why is SQLite so good?

SQLite works great as the database engine for most low to medium traffic websites (which is to say, most websites). The amount of web traffic that SQLite can handle depends on how heavily the website uses its database. Generally speaking, any site that gets fewer than 100K hits/day should work fine with SQLite.

Why SQLite is used instead of MySQL?

Multiple Access and Scalability – SQLite vs MySQL MySQL has a well-constructed user management system which can handle multiple users and grant various levels of permission. SQLite is suitable for smaller databases. As the database grows the memory requirement also gets larger while using SQLite.

Why is SQLite database important?

It reduces application cost because content can be accessed and updated using concise SQL queries instead of lengthy and error-prone procedural queries. SQLite can be easily extended in in future releases just by adding new tables and/or columns. It also preserve the backwards compatibility.

How SQLite is different from other database?

Is self-contained, it requires minimal support from the operating system or external library. This makes SQLite usable in any environment especially in embedded devices like iPhones, Android phones, game consoles, handheld media players. Does not use any configuration files. Is ACID-compliant.