Which is cheaper, PlanetScale Postgres or PlanetScale Vitess?

PlanetScale Postgres is 7.8x cheaper than PlanetScale Vitess. PlanetScale Postgres starts at $5/mo, PlanetScale Vitess starts at $39/mo.

Does PlanetScale Postgres have a free tier?

No, PlanetScale Postgres does not have a free tier.

PlanetScale Postgres has drop-in switching cost. PlanetScale Vitess has moderate switching cost. PlanetScale Postgres is easier to switch away from.

Database

← More affordable

Managed PostgreSQL with single-node or HA clustering options

Switching Cost: drop-in

MySQL-compatible distributed database with horizontal sharding via Vitess

Switching Cost: moderate

You're paying a premium for PlanetScale Vitess — expect around a 7.8x higher bill compared to PlanetScale Postgres.

If budget is your primary constraint, PlanetScale Postgres is the clear winner with its more wallet-friendly pricing structure.

If budget is your primary constraint, PlanetScale Postgres is the clear winner with its more wallet-friendly pricing structure.

Price Difference

7.8x

PlanetScale Postgres is cheaper by $34/mo

Switching Costs

PlanetScale Postgres

Lower switching costs for easier migration