Lucia vs SuperTokens

Lucia and SuperTokens are both auth tools. Lucia: Lightweight session-based auth library for TypeScript with zero dependencies SuperTokens: Open-source auth with self-host option pre-built login UI and session management

Lucia

Lightweight session-based auth library for TypeScript with zero dependencies

Category: Auth
Subcategory: Auth Library
Pricing: Open Source
Tier: open-source

authauth library

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SuperTokens

Open-source auth with self-host option pre-built login UI and session management

Category: Auth
Subcategory: Auth Provider
Pricing: Open Source / Managed
Tier: open-source

authauth provideropen-source

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Key differences

Dimension	Lucia	SuperTokens
Pricing	Open Source	Open Source / Managed
Platform	Auth Library	Auth Provider
Open Source	No	Yes
Capabilities	auth library	auth provider, open-source

Choose Lucia if...

Lucia fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose SuperTokens if...

You need full control over the source code

Trade-offs at a glance

Derived from each tool's pricing tier, category, and tags.

Lucia

Pros

Lower pricing barrier for trying it early.
Open-source footprint can improve flexibility and control.

SuperTokens

Pros

Lower pricing barrier for trying it early.
Open-source footprint can improve flexibility and control.

Frequently asked questions

Is Lucia or SuperTokens better for beginners?: Both tools are accessible. Lucia and SuperTokens are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Lucia or SuperTokens?: Both have a open-source pricing model. Lucia: Open Source. SuperTokens: Open Source / Managed. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Lucia and SuperTokens together?: Lucia and SuperTokens serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.
Is SuperTokens open source?: Yes, SuperTokens is open source. Lucia is proprietary.