Which is cheaper, MongoDB Atlas or Nhost?

MongoDB Atlas is 2.8x cheaper than Nhost. MongoDB Atlas starts at $0/mo, Nhost starts at $0/mo.

Does MongoDB Atlas have a free tier?

Yes, MongoDB Atlas offers a free tier with storageMB: 512.

MongoDB Atlas has significant switching cost. Nhost has moderate switching cost. Nhost is easier to switch away from.

Database

MongoDB Atlas

← More affordable

Fully managed cloud database service for MongoDB with automated scaling, backups, and multi-cloud deployment

Switching Cost: significant

Nhost

Open-source Firebase alternative built on PostgreSQL and Hasura with auth and storage

Switching Cost: moderate

The cost difference is substantial — Nhost runs about 2.8x what MongoDB Atlas charges.

Price-conscious teams should choose MongoDB Atlas — the cost advantage is hard to ignore, especially for growing workloads.

Price-conscious teams should choose MongoDB Atlas — the cost advantage is hard to ignore, especially for growing workloads.

Price Difference

2.8x

MongoDB Atlas is cheaper by $16/mo

Switching Costs

Nhost

Lower switching costs for easier migration