Elasticsearch is a distributed search and analytics engine that centrally stores data for discovery and analysis purposes.` Its native drivers offer limited functionality compared to CData Drivers, which provide true SQL-92 interfaces and support various Elasticsearch versions, subscriptions, and endpoints, including the SQL endpoint, REST endpoint, and JOIN queries. CData Drivers also offer advanced features such as filtering on text fields using `=` and LIKE, working with arrays and nested types, and enabling JOIN queries across indexes. With unmatched flexibility and integration, CData Drivers provide a professionally developed solution for connecting to Elasticsearch data in various BI, reporting, ETL, and custom tools.