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Kinde vs Supabase

Kinde (Auth) and Supabase (Database/BaaS) take different approaches to development. Kinde: All-in-one auth with built-in orgs RBAC feature flags and billing hooks for SaaS Supabase: Open-source Firebase alternative with Postgres auth storage realtime and edge functions

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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
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Supabase

Open-source Firebase alternative with Postgres auth storage realtime and edge functions

Category
Database/BaaS
Subcategory
Full BaaS
Pricing
Free (500MB) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
database/baasfull baasopen-source

Key differences

DimensionKindeSupabase
PricingFree (10.5K MAU) / $25/mo+Free (500MB) / Pro $25/mo
PlatformAuth ProviderFull BaaS
Open SourceNoYes
Capabilitiesauth, auth providerdatabase/baas, full baas, open-source

Choose Kinde if...

  • Kinde fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Supabase if...

  • You need full control over the source code

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kinde or Supabase better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Kinde and Supabase are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Kinde or Supabase?
Both have a free pricing model. Kinde: Free (10.5K MAU) / $25/mo+. Supabase: Free (500MB) / Pro $25/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Kinde and Supabase together?
Yes — Kinde (Auth) and Supabase (Database/BaaS) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.
Is Supabase open source?
Yes, Supabase is open source. Kinde is proprietary.

Verdict

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

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