Quick Verdict
Choose Firebase if:
You need mobile apps or prototypes
Choose Railway if:
You need developers or side projects
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Firebase | Railway |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.7/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Firebase
Pros
- Easy to start
- Real-time
- Great for mobile
- Google ecosystem
Cons
- Vendor lock-in
- Pricing unpredictable
- Complex queries limited
Railway
Pros
- Incredible DX
- Fast deploys
- Great UI
- Fair pricing
Cons
- Limited regions
- New platform
- Usage-based can surprise