Neon vs Supabase
Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.
Bottom line: Neon is both cheaper and competitive - a strong pick for most teams.
Pricing Comparison
| Plan | Neon | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Free | Yes | Yes |
| Starter | $19/mo | $25/mo |
| Pro | - | - |
| Enterprise | Custom | Custom |
Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo vs $25/mo).
Feature Matrix
| Feature | Neon | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Serverless Postgres | Yes | - |
| Database branching | Yes | - |
| Autoscaling to zero | Yes | - |
| Point-in-time restore | Yes | - |
| Read replicas | Yes | - |
| Postgres database | - | Yes |
| Authentication | - | Yes |
| Storage | - | Yes |
| Edge Functions | - | Yes |
| Realtime subscriptions | - | Yes |
When to Choose Each
Choose Neon if you need...
- +Scales to zero cost
- +Database branching is a game-changer
- +Fast cold starts
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Choose Supabase if you need...
- +Real Postgres under the hood
- +Great DX
- +Generous free tier
- +Open source
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Neon or Supabase?
Supabase scores higher in our review (4.7/5 vs 4.6/5). However, Neon may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.
Is Neon cheaper than Supabase?
Yes, Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo).
What is the difference between Neon and Supabase?
Neon focuses on serverless postgres and database branching, while Supabase emphasizes postgres database and authentication. Neon is best for Developerss, Startupss, Founderss, while Supabase suits Developerss, Startupss, Founderss.