Head-to-Head Comparison

Convex vs Supabase: Backend Platforms

Convex is a reactive backend with real-time sync built-in. Supabase is Postgres-based with auth and storage. Convex for reactivity, Supabase for SQL power.

Convex
Supabase

Last updated: 2025-01

Side-by-Side Comparison

Convex

Best For
Reactive apps
Learning Curve
Easy
Pricing
Generous free
Database Type
Document-like
Real-time
Native
TypeScript
Excellent
Self-hosting
No

Supabase

Best For
SQL apps
Learning Curve
Medium
Pricing
Generous free
Database Type
PostgreSQL
Real-time
Good
TypeScript
Good
Self-hosting
Yes

Winner by Category

Best for Beginners

Convex

Simpler mental model

Best for Customisation

Supabase

Full SQL and self-hosting

Best for Speed

Convex

Faster real-time updates

Best for Learning

Supabase

Teaches SQL patterns

Best Value

Tie

Both have generous free tiers

Our Recommendation

Try Convex for highly reactive applications. Use Supabase when you need SQL queries and relational data.

When to Choose Each Tool

1

Choose Supabase

Need SQL and relational data

2

Choose Convex

Building highly reactive applications

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