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Supabase
The open source Firebase alternative.
About Supabase
Supabase is an open source Firebase alternative. Start your project with a Postgres database, Authentication, instant APIs, Edge Functions, Realtime subscriptions, and Storage.
Key Features
Postgres Database
Realtime Subscriptions
Auth & Storage
Works With
Next.jsReactFlutterVue.jsPerfect For
SaaS applications
Mobile app backends
Realtime chat apps
MVP development
Getting Started
- 1
Create account at supabase.com
- 2
Create new project
- 3
Install client library (npm i @supabase/supabase-js)
- 4
Initialize with your project URL and anon key
What Makes Supabase Different?
100% open source (Apache 2.0)
Built on proven Postgres technology
Row Level Security for multi-tenant apps
Instant APIs with PostgREST
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Open Source
- Postgres-based
- Unlimited API requests on Pro
Cons
- Complex RLS policies
- No built-in caching
- Slower initial response on free tier (Cold starts)
Alternatives to Supabase
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Firebase
FreemiumBackend as a Service
App development platform backed by Google.
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Neon
FreemiumServerless Postgres
Serverless Postgres. Built for the Cloud.
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PlanetScale
PaidServerless MySQL
The world's most advanced serverless MySQL platform.