Which is cheaper, Nhost or PocketBase?

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

Does Nhost have a free tier?

Yes, Nhost offers a free tier with projects: 1.

Nhost has moderate switching cost. PocketBase has drop-in switching cost. PocketBase is easier to switch away from.

Database

Nhost

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

Switching Cost: moderate

PocketBase

Open-source backend in a single Go binary with SQLite, auth, and realtime subscriptions

Switching Cost: drop-in

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Teams prioritizing vendor flexibility should choose {winner} — lower switching costs preserve your future options.

Switching Costs

PocketBase

Lower switching costs for easier migration