See how LiteStack compares to other database providers and why we're the best choice for developers who want simplicity and affordability.
PlanetScale is a powerful MySQL-compatible database platform built on Vitess. While it offers advanced features for large applications, LiteStack provides a more accessible and affordable solution for developers.
Supabase is an open-source Firebase alternative that provides a PostgreSQL database with additional features like authentication and storage. While Supabase offers a broader feature set, LiteStack focuses on providing a simple, reliable MySQL database.
| Feature | LiteStack | PlanetScale | Supabase | Railway |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Free Plan | ✓ 1GB Forever | ✗ None | ✓ 500MB, Limited | ~ $5 credit, 21 days |
| Starting Price | $7/month | $29/month | $25/month | Usage-based |
| Database Type | MySQL | MySQL (Vitess) | PostgreSQL | MySQL, PostgreSQL |
| Setup Time | Under 1 minute | 5+ minutes | 3+ minutes | 2+ minutes |
| Beginner Friendly | ✓ Very | ✗ Complex | ~ Moderate | ~ Moderate |
| phpMyAdmin | ✓ | ✗ | ✗ | ✗ |
| Automatic Backups | ✓ All Plans | ✓ Paid Plans | ✓ Paid Plans | ~ Add-on |
| Credit Card Required | ✗ Not for Free Plan | ✓ Yes | ✗ Not for Free Plan | ✗ Not for Free Plan |
| Performance Monitoring | ✓ All Paid Plans | ✓ All Paid Plans | ✓ All Paid Plans | ~ Limited |
| Custom Domain | ✓ Pro & Business | ✓ Enterprise Only | ✓ Team & Enterprise | ✗ No |
| Authentication System | ✗ Database Only | ✗ Database Only | ✓ Included | ✗ Database Only |
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