Which is cheaper, Appwrite or Supabase?

Pricing varies by tier and usage. Check both tools for current rates.

Does Appwrite have a free tier?

Yes, Appwrite offers a free tier with monthlyActiveUsers: 75000, projects: 2, bandwidthGB: 5, storageGB: 2, executionsPerMonth: 750000.

Appwrite has moderate switching cost. Supabase has drop-in switching cost. Supabase is easier to switch away from.

Database

Appwrite

Open-source backend-as-a-service platform with auth, databases, storage, and serverless functions

Switching Cost: moderate

Supabase

Open-source Firebase alternative with PostgreSQL database, authentication, realtime subscriptions, edge functions, and storage

Switching Cost: drop-in

Their pricing models diverge: Appwrite uses hybrid, while Supabase operates on a usage-based basis.

{winner} wins on flexibility — easier switching means less lock-in and more options for your long-term strategy.

{winner} wins on flexibility — easier switching means less lock-in and more options for your long-term strategy.

Pricing Model

Different

Tools charge using different pricing philosophies

Switching Costs

Supabase

Lower switching costs for easier migration