What is Supabase?
Supabase is the open-source Firebase alternative. At its core is a full Postgres database, layered with auth, storage, edge functions and realtime subscriptions. You can self-host the entire stack or use their managed cloud.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Real Postgres, not a custom DB.
- ✓ Auth, storage, edge functions included.
- ✓ Generous free tier.
Cons
- ✗ Newer than Firebase — smaller community.
- ✗ Realtime can be tricky at scale.
Alternatives to Supabase
FAQ
Is Supabase really open source?+−
Yes — every service in the stack is Apache 2 / MIT licensed, and you can self-host the full platform.