Firebase
Managed NoSQL + Google infrastructureExcellent for fast mobile/web apps, but NoSQL document model and vendor lock-in must be weighed.
Score: 8.8 Free tier; from $0.25/GB over quotaThe strongest default when you want control over your database without running infrastructure.
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Teams that want full Postgres power with minimal backend code.
Excellent for fast mobile/web apps, but NoSQL document model and vendor lock-in must be weighed.
Score: 8.8 Free tier; from $0.25/GB over quotaDatabase branching is a genuine workflow win, though cold start and connection limits deserve monitoring.
Score: 8.6 Free tier; from $19 project/moSources: vendor pricing pages and documentation. Verify current vendor documentation before buying. Last editorial check: September 2026.