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Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Supabase vs Algolia
Open Source Firebase Alternative · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Supabase | Algolia |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $25/mo | CustomBetter |
| API Rate Limit | 500 req/min | N/A |
| Target Country | Global | Global |
| Category | Database & Backend | Search & Discovery API |
| Compliance | SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA-Enterprise | GDPR, SOC2, CCPA |
| Hosting Regions | EU-West, US-East, AP-Southeast | US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 6 listed |
Supabase — Key Specs
- ✓PostgreSQL with RLS, Edge Functions, Realtime, Auth, Storage
- ✓pgvector extension: vector similarity search without Pinecone
- ✓SOC 2 Type II, GDPR DPA (EU data residency available)
- ✓Free tier: 500MB database + 2GB storage forever
Algolia — Key Specs
- ✓Sub-100ms search results globally via 17 CDN regions — zero backend required
- ✓AI-powered NeuralSearch combines vector and keyword matching for intent-aware results
- ✓Instant Search UI libraries for React, Vue, Angular — 30-minute integration
- ✓Free tier includes 10,000 records and 10,000 search requests/month permanently
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Supabase or Algolia?+
Algolia starts at $0/mo, which is lower than Supabase at $25/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Supabase or Algolia?+
Both support SOC2, GDPR. Supabase additionally supports HIPAA-Enterprise. Algolia additionally supports CCPA.
Which tool is better suited for Global?+
Supabase is evaluated for Open Source Firebase Alternative in Global with hosting regions: EU-West, US-East, AP-Southeast. Algolia has hosting regions: US-East, EU-West, AP-Southeast, AU-East. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 26 June 2026
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