Object-oriented databases allow for complex data objects while relational databases relate data points. Object-oriented databases use classes, objects, and other object-oriented concepts as building blocks. They are useful for real-time systems, 3D modeling, and other applications. NoSQL databases like document and graph databases store data non-tabulary. The object relational model combines object-oriented and relational approaches to bridge their differences. It supports objects, classes and inheritance like object databases with relational structures. Developers must weigh relational and object-oriented pros and cons based on their specific project needs.