Quick Verdict
Choose Upstash if:
You need serverless or edge functions
Choose Firebase if:
You need mobile apps or prototypes
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Upstash | Firebase |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.5/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Upstash
Pros
- Serverless
- Great free tier
- Edge-ready
- Simple pricing
Cons
- Limited to Redis/Kafka
- Cold starts
- Newer platform
Firebase
Pros
- Easy to start
- Real-time
- Great for mobile
- Google ecosystem
Cons
- Vendor lock-in
- Pricing unpredictable
- Complex queries limited