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Supabase
An open-source Firebase alternative providing a robust Postgres database with built-in pgvector support for AI applications.
What is Supabase?
Supabase provides a complete backend-as-a-service architecture built entirely on open-source tools. With native integration of the pgvector extension, it has become a top choice for developers building AI apps who want everything in one relational database.
Key Features
- Native pgvector: Store your vector embeddings right alongside your relational application data in PostgreSQL.
- Edge Functions: Run server-side code and AI model inferences globally with incredibly low latency.
- Realtime: Subscribe to database changes and broadcast messages across clients instantly.
💰 Pricing
Supabase has a free tier with 500MB database, 1GB storage, and 50,000 monthly active users. Pro is $25/month with 8GB database, 100GB storage, and daily backups. Team is $599/month with SOC 2, SSO, and priority support. Enterprise has custom pricing with dedicated infrastructure.
🔄 Best Alternatives to Supabase
| Tool | Best For |
|---|---|
| Weaviate | Dedicated vector database for AI-native search |
| Pinecone | Fully managed vector database, easiest setup |
| Chroma | Lightweight open-source vector DB for local development |
| Vertex AI | Managed database and AI services on Google Cloud |
| Lovable | Full-stack app builder with Supabase built-in |