Supabase
Postgres backend: database, auth, storage, edge functions.
Supabase · open source · checked Oct 22, 2026
What it is
Supabase gives you a hosted Postgres database plus auth, storage, realtime and edge functions, with an official MCP server so agents can manage your project. The default backend for many AI app builders.
Use cases
- →Backend for vibe-coded apps
- →Auth + database in one
- →Letting agents manage schema via MCP
Pros
- +Real Postgres: no lock-in
- +Integrated auth/storage/realtime
- +Native integrations with Lovable, Bolt, v0
Cons
- −Free projects pause when idle
- −Usage costs scale with MAU/egress
Where it ranks
- #1 Best Backend & Database for Vibe Coders
Real Postgres plus auth, storage and realtime, native integrations with Lovable/Bolt/v0, and an official MCP server.
- #3 Best Auth & Payments for Builders
Auth bundled with your database: one less vendor.
- #4 Best MCP Servers for Builders
Official Supabase MCP lets agents manage schema and data.
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FAQ
How much does Supabase cost?
Free $0 (50,000 MAU, 500 MB DB, 2 active projects, pauses after 1 week inactivity). Pro from $25/mo. Team from $599/mo. (As checked on 2026-10-22; confirm on https://supabase.com/pricing.)
What is Supabase best for?
#1 in Best Backend & Database for Vibe Coders: Default backend for AI-built apps. #3 in Best Auth & Payments for Builders: Apps already on Supabase. #4 in Best MCP Servers for Builders: Supabase-backed apps.
What are the best alternatives to Supabase?
Convex (Reactive TypeScript backend database); Neon (Serverless Postgres with branching, auth, and realtime (beta)); Firebase (Google's app backend: Firestore, auth, hosting, functions).
Is Supabase open source?
Yes, Supabase is open source (or has an open-source core).