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Firebase vs Kinde

Firebase (Database/BaaS) and Kinde (Auth) take different approaches to development. Firebase: Google full BaaS with Firestore Realtime DB auth hosting and cloud functions Kinde: All-in-one auth with built-in orgs RBAC feature flags and billing hooks for SaaS

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Firebase

Google full BaaS with Firestore Realtime DB auth hosting and cloud functions

Category
Database/BaaS
Subcategory
Full BaaS
Pricing
Free Spark / Blaze pay-as-you-go
Tier
free
database/baasfull baas
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Kinde

All-in-one auth with built-in orgs RBAC feature flags and billing hooks for SaaS

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (10.5K MAU) / $25/mo+
Tier
free
authauth provider

Key differences

DimensionFirebaseKinde
PricingFree Spark / Blaze pay-as-you-goFree (10.5K MAU) / $25/mo+
PlatformFull BaaSAuth Provider
Capabilitiesdatabase/baas, full baasauth, auth provider

Choose Firebase if...

  • Firebase fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Kinde if...

  • Kinde fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Firebase or Kinde better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Firebase and Kinde are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Firebase or Kinde?
Both have a free pricing model. Firebase: Free Spark / Blaze pay-as-you-go. Kinde: Free (10.5K MAU) / $25/mo+. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Firebase and Kinde together?
Yes — Firebase (Database/BaaS) and Kinde (Auth) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Firebase and Kinde solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a database/baas or a auth.

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