PGX
Lightweight Postgres-compatible database written in Rust that gives every coding agent its own disposable Postgres: one runtime hosts thousands of isolated databases, installs as a Claude Code plugin or Agent Skill, needs no Docker and cleans up automatically.
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About PGX
PGX is listed in our sandboxes & code execution category and is aimed at builders. Lightweight Postgres-compatible database written in Rust that gives every coding agent its own disposable Postgres: one runtime hosts thousands of isolated databases, installs as a Claude Code plugin or Agent Skill, needs no Docker and cleans up automatically. Pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Maturity: Active. We last checked the official link on 2026-10-28.
PGX at a glance
- Category: Sandboxes & code execution
- Built for: Developers and teams building with AI agents
- Pricing: Open source (as the maker states it)
- GitHub: pgrundev/pgx · 511 stars (as of Oct 28, 2026)
- Official site: pgx.dev
- Listed on AgentScout: Oct 28, 2026
PGX FAQ
What is PGX?
Lightweight Postgres-compatible database written in Rust that gives every coding agent its own disposable Postgres: one runtime hosts thousands of isolated databases, installs as a Claude Code plugin or Agent Skill, needs no Docker and cleans up automatically.
How much does PGX cost?
PGX's pricing, as the maker states it: Open source. Open-source tools are free to use, though you may still pay for model API usage or a hosted plan. Check the official site for current plans.
Where can I find PGX's source code?
On GitHub at pgrundev/pgx, which had 511 stars as of Oct 28, 2026.
What are alternatives to PGX?
Similar tools include CubeSandbox, microsandbox, AIO Sandbox, agentOS, Judge0 and AgentBay.
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