GQL vs. Cypher: A summary of the differences by NebulaGraph

Jennie Wang · 2026-06-03T18:13:54+00:00

A nice blogpost on what the new ISO Standard GQL brings to the table: https://nebula-graph.io/posts/gql-vs.-cypher-what-the-new-iso-standard-brings-to-the-table Key points: * GQL is the new ISO standard for graph databases and is heavily based on Cypher, so Cypher users can learn it easily. * It adds new features that make graph queries more powerful and easier to write, especially for finding and controlling paths through a graph. * It also standardizes graph schemas and database management features, making graph applications more portable across different vendors.

From: Jennie Wang | Date: Wed, 03 Jun 2026 18:13:54 +0000 #
Subject: GQL vs. Cypher: A summary of the differences by NebulaGraph
A nice blogpost on what the new ISO Standard GQL brings to the table: https://nebula-graph.io/posts/gql-vs.-cypher-what-the-new-iso-standard-brings-to-the-table Key points:
- GQL is the new ISO standard for graph databases and is heavily based on Cypher, so Cypher users can learn it easily.
- It adds new features that make graph queries more powerful and easier to write, especially for finding and controlling paths through a graph.
- It also standardizes graph schemas and database management features, making graph applications more portable across different vendors.
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