In This Comparison
300%+ average ROI from custom software within three years of deployment
Source: Forrester 2024
3-10x faster development speed when using AI coding assistants
Source: McKinsey 2025
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Category | Convex | Xata |
|---|---|---|
| Data Model | Document-relational | PostgreSQL-based |
| Pricing | $25/mo | $20/mo |
| Search | Not built-in | Built-in full-text + vector |
| Best For | TypeScript real-time apps | Data-rich applications |
| Real-time | Native reactive | Not built-in |
Convex
- Data Model
- Document-relational
- Pricing
- $25/mo
- Search
- Not built-in
- Best For
- TypeScript real-time apps
- Real-time
- Native reactive
Xata
- Data Model
- PostgreSQL-based
- Pricing
- $20/mo
- Search
- Built-in full-text + vector
- Best For
- Data-rich applications
- Real-time
- Not built-in
Winner by Category
Best for Realtime
ConvexAutomatic reactive queries
Best for Search
XataBuilt-in full-text and vector search
Best for Dx
ConvexEnd-to-end TypeScript type safety
Our Recommendation
Choose Convex for reactive TypeScript applications. Pick Xata for data-rich apps needing built-in search.
“The best tool depends on what you are building and how you work. There is no universal winner. Pick the one that fits your workflow and budget, then ship something.”
When to Choose Each Tool
Choose Convex
Building TypeScript apps with reactive data
Choose Xata
Need built-in search and visual data management
Overview
Convex and Xata are both modern data platforms. Convex provides a reactive document-relational database with TypeScript functions and automatic query updates. Xata builds on PostgreSQL with added full-text search, vector search, and a visual data management interface. Convex excels at real-time; Xata excels at search.
Choosing
If your application needs reactive real-time data with TypeScript, Convex provides the best DX. If your application needs search capabilities or you want PostgreSQL with added data management features, Xata is the better fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Convex have search?
Convex supports text filtering but not full-text or vector search. Xata has both built in.
Can I use SQL with Convex?
No. Convex uses TypeScript functions. Xata is PostgreSQL-based and supports SQL.
Which has better visual tools?
Xata's spreadsheet-like data management UI is more visual. Convex's dashboard is functional but less visual.
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