Quick Verdict
Choose Firebase if:
You need mobile apps or prototypes
Choose Supabase if:
You need full-stack apps or startups
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Firebase | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | $25/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| 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
Supabase
Pros
- Open source
- Great free tier
- Real PostgreSQL
- Active community
Cons
- Smaller ecosystem
- Less mature
- Limited edge functions