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Supabase vs PocketBase

A side-by-side comparison of two open-source tools to help you choose the right one.

Feature
SummaryThe open-source Firebase alternative.Your backend in a single file.
GitHub stars75K45K
LicenseApache 2.0MIT
LanguageTypeScriptGo
PricingFree & Open SourceFree & Open Source
Self-hostable
ReplacesFirebase, Auth0Firebase
Rating4.8 / 54.7 / 5

Supabase features

  • Full Postgres database with instant APIs
  • Authentication and row-level security
  • Object storage
  • Edge functions
  • Realtime subscriptions

PocketBase features

  • Single executable, no dependencies
  • Embedded SQLite database
  • Built-in auth and file storage
  • Realtime subscriptions
  • Admin dashboard and JS/Go SDKs

Supabasepros & cons

Pros

  • Built on standard Postgres
  • Excellent developer experience
  • Self-host the entire stack

Cons

  • Self-hosting many services is involved
  • Some features are cloud-first

PocketBasepros & cons

Pros

  • Incredibly simple to deploy
  • Fast and lightweight
  • Great for prototypes and small apps

Cons

  • SQLite limits very high write loads
  • Single-node by design

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