mongo-ruby-driver
The MongoDB Ruby Driver is the official MongoDB client library for Ruby applications. It enables Ruby developers to connect to and interact with MongoDB databases, supporting Ruby 2.7–3.3 and JRuby 9.3–9.4. Releases are GPG-signed and the project maintains active development with semantic versioning.
Key facts
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| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Repository | mongodb/mongo-ruby-driver |
| Owner | mongodb |
| Primary language | Ruby |
| License | Apache-2.0 — OSI-approved |
| Stars | 1.4k |
| Forks | 531 |
| Open issues | 14 |
| Latest release | v2.24.1 (2026-05-20) |
| Last updated | 2026-07-07 |
| Source | https://github.com/mongodb/mongo-ruby-driver |
What mongo-ruby-driver is
Official driver providing MongoDB client connectivity for Ruby/JRuby, with support for modern Ruby versions (2.7–3.3) and JRuby (9.3–9.4). Implements semantic versioning, maintains GPG-signed releases, and follows a backport policy for bug fixes and security patches. Minimal external dependencies implied by RubyGems distribution.
Get the mongo-ruby-driver source
Clone the repository and explore it locally.
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Best use cases
Implementation considerations
- Verify GPG signature of downloaded gem using provided MongoDB key and detached .sig files (v2.20.0+) for supply-chain security.
- Test application against supported Ruby/JRuby versions (2.7–3.3, 9.3–9.4) before production deployment.
- Review MongoDB driver release notes and API documentation (linked in README) for version-specific behavior changes.
- Plan upgrade cycles to remain on current minor version; older minor versions receive limited backports.
- Configure connection pooling and timeout settings appropriate to your deployment topology and network latency.
When to avoid it — and what to weigh
- Ruby < 2.7 or JRuby < 9.3 — Driver explicitly supports only Ruby 2.7–3.3 and JRuby 9.3–9.4. Older versions are not compatible.
- Seeking cutting-edge experimental features — Only the most recent minor release is officially supported; backports are limited to current stable and security-critical fixes.
- Non-English-speaking team with no docs translation — Official documentation is English-only; no indication of community translations available.
- Strict zero-dependency constraints — Driver dependencies not detailed in provided data; review Gemfile requirements before committing.
License & commercial use
Licensed under Apache License 2.0 (SPDX: Apache-2.0), a permissive OSI-approved license allowing commercial use, modification, and distribution with standard liability disclaimers and patent grants.
Apache 2.0 is permissive for commercial use. However, production deployments should verify compatibility with your company's legal and compliance requirements. Commercial support is available through MongoDB Support Portal; no details on SLA, pricing, or support scope provided in this data.
DEV.co evaluation signals
Editorial assessment — not user reviews. Directional, with an explicit confidence level.
| Signal | Assessment |
|---|---|
| Maintenance | Active |
| Documentation | Strong |
| License clarity | Clear |
| Deployment complexity | Low |
| DEV.co fit | Strong |
| Assessment confidence | High |
GPG-signed releases (v2.20.0+) provide integrity verification. Vulnerability reporting follows MongoDB's responsible disclosure process (not public GitHub issues). No details provided on driver's handling of credentials, encryption in transit, or known CVEs. Security fixes receive case-by-case backport consideration. Review MongoDB security documentation and driver changelog for active CVE lists.
Alternatives to consider
Mongoid (ODM layer on mongo-ruby-driver)
If you prefer an ORM abstraction over direct driver use in Rails; Mongoid wraps mongo-ruby-driver.
PyMongo (Python driver)
If team prefers Python or migrating to Python-based services; MongoDB's official Python driver.
Node.js mongodb-client (JavaScript driver)
For Node.js/Express backends or full-stack JavaScript; MongoDB's official Node.js driver.
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mongo-ruby-driver FAQ
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