StackRank

Databases / backends

Data, auth and storage backends that pair well with AI-generated apps.

Editorial ranking · Updated Nov 2, 2026 · Not sponsored

  1. 1
    Supabase

    Postgres with auth, storage and realtime

    Why it ranks · Default backend for most AI app builders

    FreeFull backend for vibe-coded apps

  2. 2
    Firebase

    Google's app backend: database, auth, hosting

    Why it ranks · Mature, generous free tier

    FreeMobile and realtime apps

  3. 3
    Convex

    Reactive TypeScript backend database

    Why it ranks · End-to-end type safety, great with AI codegen

    FreeTypeScript-first realtime apps

  4. 4
    Neon

    Serverless Postgres with branching

    FreeServerless Postgres

  5. 5
    PocketBase

    Open-source backend in a single file

    FreeSelf-hosted small projects