Firebase Alternatives
| Rank | App | Description | Tags | Stars |
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pocketbase/pocketbase
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Open Source realtime backend in 1 file | golang backend authentication realtime | 32996 |
Firebase Alternatives
Firebase Alternatives is a category of open source self hosted apps.
Firebase is a popular mobile app development platform that offers a wide range of features, including realtime database, authentication, storage, and more. However, Firebase can be expensive for some users, and it can also be difficult to self-host. As a result, many developers are looking for open source alternatives to Firebase.
There are a number of open source alternatives to Firebase available, each with its own strengths and weaknesses. Some of the most popular alternatives include:
- Parse Server: Parse Server is a self-hosted version of the Parse platform, which was acquired by Facebook in 2016. Parse Server is open source and free to use, and it offers a wide range of features similar to Firebase.
- Supabase: Supabase is a relatively new open source Firebase alternative that offers a number of features that are not available in Firebase, such as support for PostgreSQL. Supabase is also very easy to use, making it a good choice for developers who are new to self-hosting.
- Hasura: Hasura is an open source GraphQL engine that can be used to build realtime APIs for mobile apps. Hasura is very powerful and flexible, but it can also be more difficult to use than some of the other Firebase alternatives.
When choosing an open source Firebase alternative, it is important to consider your specific needs and requirements. Some of the factors you may want to consider include:
- Features: Which features are important to you? Do you need a realtime database, authentication, storage, or other features?
- Cost: How much are you willing to spend? Some Firebase alternatives are free to use, while others require a paid subscription.
- Ease of use: How easy is the alternative to use? Are you comfortable with self-hosting?
- Support: What kind of support is available for the alternative? Are there forums, documentation, or other resources available?
Once you have considered these factors, you can start to narrow down your choices and choose the best open source Firebase alternative for your needs.