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NocoDB vs Supabase

Supabase is an open-source backend (auth, storage, realtime) built on Postgres, whereas NocoDB adds a no-code UI and automation on top of any SQL DB.

Which to pick

Pick NocoDB if you want…

  • Self-hosted no-code database UI
  • Integrations with MySQL, Webhooks or Okta (on NocoDB's list, not Supabase's)

Pick Supabase if you want…

  • Postgres-backed backend as a service
  • Open-source Postgres backend
  • Integrations with React, Next.js or Flutter (on Supabase's list, not NocoDB's)

Side by side

What it is
NocoDB:Open-source platform that turns SQL databases into a no-code spreadsheet-style interface with multiple views and APIs.
Supabase:Supabase is an open-source platform that provides a hosted Postgres database with auth, realtime, storage, edge functions and vector search.
Best for
NocoDB:Self-hosted no-code database UI
Supabase:Postgres-backed backend as a service
Who it’s for
NocoDB:Product teams, developers, and businesses that need a self-hosted Airtable-like UI on existing Postgres/MySQL databases.
Supabase:Developers building web, mobile or AI apps who need a full backend without managing servers.
Pricing
NocoDB:Freemium
Supabase:Freemium
Plans
NocoDB:Free $0 · Plus $12 per seat per month, billed ann · Business $24 per seat per month, billed ann · Scale $45 per seat per month, billed ann · Community (Self-hosted) $0
Supabase:Free $0 · Pro $25 per month · Team $599 per month
Open source
NocoDB:Yes, 65,214 GitHub stars
Supabase:Yes, 110,974 GitHub stars
Works with
NocoDB:MySQL, Webhooks, Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace, GitHub, Jira
Supabase:React, Next.js, Flutter, Expo React Native, OpenAI, Hugging Face, Stripe

NocoDB features

  • Multiple Views. Grid, Kanban, Gallery, Form, Calendar and Map views let users interact with data in the format they prefer.
  • External DB Connectivity. Connect to existing Postgres or MySQL databases and work with live data without migration.
  • API & Webhooks. Generate REST APIs and trigger webhooks for automation directly from your tables.
  • ERD Diagram. Visualise database schema instantly with an interactive entity-relationship diagram.
  • Collaboration. Invite team members, assign roles, comment on records and share projects for real-time teamwork.
  • Automation & Workflows. Create conditional automations, scripts and workflows that run on record changes.
  • Row-Level Security. Define access per row, role or team to restrict data visibility without custom SQL.
  • Self-Hosted Community Edition. Free forever, fair-code version that can be deployed anywhere with unlimited records and seats.

Supabase features

  • Managed Postgres. Each project gets its own dedicated Postgres instance with built-in Row Level Security.
  • Authentication. User sign-up, login, social OAuth and MFA with automatic JWT handling.
  • Realtime API. Live data synchronization for multiplayer or collaborative experiences.
  • Edge Functions. Serverless functions that run close to the database without provisioning servers.
  • Storage & CDN. File storage with 1 GB free, cached egress and basic CDN for serving assets.
  • Vector Embeddings. Store, index and search vector embeddings via OpenAI or Hugging Face integrations.
  • Instant REST/GraphQL APIs. Auto-generated APIs for any table, accessible via the client library.
  • Dashboard & Tools. SQL/Table editors, RLS policy UI, log viewer and backup controls in a web console.

NocoDB vs Supabase FAQ

Is NocoDB or Supabase free?+

NocoDB has a free plan and paid plans. Supabase has a free plan; paid plans start at $25/month (Pro).

Is NocoDB or Supabase open source?+

Yes, both are open source: NocoDB (nocodb/nocodb on GitHub) and Supabase (supabase/supabase on GitHub, Apache-2.0 license).

Do NocoDB and Supabase integrate with the same tools?+

Their integration lists don't overlap: NocoDB lists MySQL, Webhooks, Okta, Azure AD and 3 more; Supabase lists React, Next.js, Flutter, Expo React Native and 3 more.

On DevHunt

Based on each tool's website and DevHunt data. Details may change; check the official sites.