It’s difficult to definitively say one is “better” than the other, as each has its strengths and is suited for different use cases. However, I can provide a comparison of their key features and performance to help you make an informed decision:
Performance and Scalability Appwrite consistently outperformed Supabase in stress tests, especially when scaling up to handle more users[1][4]. For example:
On a €5/month self-hosted server, Appwrite handled up to 2,000 users per day comfortably, while Supabase struggled with larger loads[1]. On a more powerful €30/month server, Appwrite managed up to 250 simultaneous users, while Supabase hit its limit at only 45 users[1]. In breakpoint tests, Appwrite reached 6,800 virtual users, processing 100,000 requests with an average 3-second response time. Supabase reached its breakpoint at 3,000 virtual users, with 59,000 requests and a 6-second average response time[4]. Ease of Use Appwrite offers a smoother self-hosting experience with fewer restrictions and less setup complexity[1][3]. Supabase can be more challenging to configure in a self-hosted environment and has some features restricted or limited when self-hosted[1][3]. Features Both platforms offer similar core features, including authentication, databases, storage, and serverless functions. However, there are some differences:
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