Which is cheaper, Nhost or Supabase?

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

Database

Nhost

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

Switching Cost: moderate

Supabase

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

Switching Cost: drop-in

Pricing philosophy differs — Nhost charges flat-rate, but Supabase takes a usage-based approach.

{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