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PostHog vs Supabase Auth

PostHog (Analytics) and Supabase Auth (Auth) take different approaches to development. PostHog: All-in-one product analytics with session replay feature flags and A/B testing Supabase Auth: PostgreSQL-native auth with row-level security and social/email/phone login

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PostHog

All-in-one product analytics with session replay feature flags and A/B testing

Category
Analytics
Subcategory
Product Analytics
Pricing
Free (1M events/mo) / Usage-based
Tier
free
analyticsproduct analytics
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Supabase Auth

PostgreSQL-native auth with row-level security and social/email/phone login

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (50K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
authauth provider

Key differences

DimensionPostHogSupabase Auth
PricingFree (1M events/mo) / Usage-basedFree (50K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
PlatformProduct AnalyticsAuth Provider
Capabilitiesanalytics, product analyticsauth, auth provider

Choose PostHog if...

  • PostHog fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Supabase Auth if...

  • Supabase Auth fits your specific workflow and team preferences

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Frequently asked questions

Is PostHog or Supabase Auth better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. PostHog and Supabase Auth are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, PostHog or Supabase Auth?
Both have a free pricing model. PostHog: Free (1M events/mo) / Usage-based. Supabase Auth: Free (50K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use PostHog and Supabase Auth together?
Yes — PostHog (Analytics) and Supabase Auth (Auth) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

PostHog and Supabase Auth solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a analytics or a auth.

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