Idle RDS instance

An RDS database instance with zero or near-zero database connections over the lookback window.

Last updated July 6, 2026

What triggers this finding

An available RDS database instance with zero or near-zero average database connections over the lookback window.

Typical fix

Stop the instance during off-hours, or delete it if the database is no longer needed. Confirm applications and backups no longer depend on it.

Example savings

Often 100% of instance compute charges — typically $15–$500+/month depending on instance class.

See also: Severity and savings estimates for how Parsivex calculates figures on your report.

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