PocketBase
PocketBase is an open-source backend in a single file with a realtime database, authentication, file storage and admin dashboard.
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Our verdict
A whole backend (database, auth, file storage, admin UI) in a single open-source file you can run anywhere. Perfect for small apps and self-hosters.
Best for
- ✓ Small apps and side projects
- ✓ Self-hosting on a cheap VPS
- ✓ Zero-cost backend
Watch out for
- ! Single-server design: scaling out is on you
- ! No official hosted offering
Pricing
Read from the official pricing page. Prices in USD; always confirm on the vendor's site.
| Plan | Price | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Self-hosted | Free | Free and open source under MIT; no official paid or hosted offering mentioned on the homepage |
Note: No pricing page exists; free status based on homepage and GitHub README (MIT).
Open source (MIT).
When to switch
You outgrow a single server or need managed backups
→ Supabase. Move to managed Postgres with auth and storage built in.
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