The importance of search for modern application is evident and nowadays it is higher than ever. A lot of projects use search forms as a primary interface for communication with a user. Though implementation of an intelligent search functionality is still a challenge and we need a good set of tools. In this presentation, I will talk through the high-level architecture and benefits of ElasticSearch with some examples. Aside from that, we will also take a look at its existing competitors, their similarities, and differences.