Why I use it: Open-source Firebase alternative built on Postgres. Auth, storage, realtime, and edge functions included.
Why I use it: The default database for millions of apps. Rock solid for read-heavy workloads. Consider PostgreSQL for complex queries.
Why I use it: Serverless MySQL platform with branching workflows. Scale without worrying about schema migrations.
Why I use it: Distributed SQL with Postgres compatibility. Ideal when you need multi-region resilience. Serverless tier for starting out.
Why I use it: Serverless-native database with global consistency. Great for JAMstack apps. Consider if vendor lock-in is acceptable.
Why I use it: The most advanced open-source relational database. First choice for most SaaS applications.
Why I use it: Essential for caching, sessions, rate limiting, and real-time features. Pairs perfectly with any primary database.
Why I use it: Leading document database. Flexible schema and Atlas cloud service make it easy to get started.
Why I use it: Google's app platform with real-time database, auth, hosting, and cloud functions. Fast to prototype.
Why I use it: Serverless Postgres with branching and autoscaling. Pay only for what you use — scales to zero.