Head-to-Head Specification Audit
Supabase vs Osano
Open Source Firebase Alternative · Global
Specification Matrix
| Metric | Supabase | Osano |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $25/moBetter | $49/mo |
| API Rate Limit | 500 req/minBetter | 100 req/min |
| Target Country | Global | South Africa |
| Category | Database & Backend | Privacy & Compliance |
| Compliance | SOC2, GDPR, HIPAA-Enterprise | POPIA, GDPR, CCPA |
| Hosting Regions | EU-West, US-East, AP-Southeast | US |
| Native Integrations | 6 listedBetter | 4 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
Osano — Key Specs
- ✓Easiest POPIA consent banner setup
- ✓Cookie compliance in 5 minutes
- ✓Cheaper than OneTrust for SMEs
- ✓Vendor risk scoring built-in
Frequently Asked Questions
What is cheaper, Supabase or Osano?+
Supabase starts at $25/mo, which is lower than Osano at $49/mo.
Which tool is better for compliance — Supabase or Osano?+
Both support GDPR. Supabase additionally supports SOC2, HIPAA-Enterprise. Osano additionally supports POPIA, CCPA.
Is Supabase or Osano compliant with South Africa's POPIA?+
Osano supports POPIA compliance. Supabase does not list POPIA as a supported framework.
Which has a higher API rate limit — Supabase or Osano?+
Supabase has a higher API rate limit at 500 requests per minute. Supabase: 500 req/min. Osano: 100 req/min.
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. Osano has hosting regions: US. For data residency in Global, check each vendor's data processing agreements.
Data last verified: 26 June 2026
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