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Supabase Auth vs UploadThing

Supabase Auth (Auth) and UploadThing (Storage) take different approaches to development. Supabase Auth: PostgreSQL-native auth with row-level security and social/email/phone login UploadThing: Type-safe file upload library for Next.js Astro and SvelteKit with built-in CDN

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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
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UploadThing

Type-safe file upload library for Next.js Astro and SvelteKit with built-in CDN

Category
Storage
Subcategory
File Upload
Pricing
Free (2GB) / $10/mo+
Tier
free
storagefile upload

Key differences

DimensionSupabase AuthUploadThing
PricingFree (50K MAU) / Pro $25/moFree (2GB) / $10/mo+
PlatformAuth ProviderFile Upload
Capabilitiesauth, auth providerstorage, file upload

Choose Supabase Auth if...

  • Supabase Auth fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose UploadThing if...

  • UploadThing fits your specific workflow and team preferences

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Frequently asked questions

Is Supabase Auth or UploadThing better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Supabase Auth and UploadThing are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Supabase Auth or UploadThing?
Both have a free pricing model. Supabase Auth: Free (50K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. UploadThing: Free (2GB) / $10/mo+. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Supabase Auth and UploadThing together?
Yes — Supabase Auth (Auth) and UploadThing (Storage) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

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

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