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Best Firebase alternatives — pricing compared

The short answer

The best Firebase alternatives are AWS Amplify and Supabase — here's how their published pricing compares. The cheapest paid entry point among them is AWS Amplify at $5 per estimated month.

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2 Firebase alternatives compared

Each "cheapest paid tier" below is the lowest paid monthly (or annual-equivalent) price the competitor publishes on its own pricing page. Custom-quote and usage-based add-ons aren't included; click any tool for its full per-tier breakdown.

Alternative Category Cheapest paid tier Why switch Full pricing
AWS Amplify Frontend hosting $5 (Hosting) Pay-per-build-minute and per-GB hosting. See all tiers →
Supabase Backend-as-a-service $25 (Pro) Open-source Firebase alternative. See all tiers →

Why teams look past Firebase

  • AWS Amplify — Pay-per-build-minute and per-GB hosting.
  • Supabase — Open-source Firebase alternative.

Compare against Firebase itself

Before you switch, price Firebase on the same terms. The full breakdown has every tier, hidden fee, and per-seat math.

Firebase pricing → Firebase features

Frequently asked questions

Is AWS Amplify cheaper than Firebase?

Yes — AWS Amplify's cheapest paid tier is $5, below Firebase's cheapest paid tier at $25. Confirm seat counts and add-ons before switching.

What is the best free alternative to Firebase?

Supabase publishes a free tier, making it the best no-cost starting point among Firebase alternatives on this page. Check its usage limits before committing.

Which Firebase alternative should I compare first?

Buyers evaluating Firebase most often shortlist AWS Amplify, Supabase. Each links to a full per-tier pricing breakdown with hidden fees.