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ProgressDB alternatives
Quick answerThe closest ProgressDB alternative is Firebase, for full-stack app backend. Pick Appwrite for general backend services, or Supabase for SQL-based app development.
At a glance
| Tool | Best for | Pricing | Votes | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Firebase | Full-stack app backend | Paid | — | vs ProgressDB → |
| Appwrite | General backend services | Paid, open source | — | vs ProgressDB → |
| Supabase | SQL-based app development | Paid, open source | — | vs ProgressDB → |
| MongoDB | General document storage | Paid | — | vs ProgressDB → |
How to choose
Closest alternatives
General-purpose app platform, not specialized for chat thread storage ProgressDB vs Firebase →
Open-source backend offering many services but no native chat thread model ProgressDB vs Appwrite →
Postgres-based platform; requires custom schema for chat threads ProgressDB vs Supabase →
Document database; lacks built-in thread-first optimizations ProgressDB vs MongoDB →
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FAQ
What is the best alternative to ProgressDB?+
The closest ProgressDB alternatives are Firebase (full-stack app backend), Appwrite (general backend services) and Supabase (SQL-based app development). MongoDB is also close. Each one links to a side-by-side comparison with ProgressDB.
What is the best free alternative to ProgressDB?+
None of the closest ProgressDB alternatives are free, but toddle, BuildShip and Corbado are free DB tools on DevHunt.
Is there an open source alternative to ProgressDB?+
Yes. Appwrite (general backend services) and Supabase (SQL-based app development) are open source.
What is ProgressDB used for?+
ProgressDB is a chat-optimized database offering threaded messages, real-time updates, and built-in chat features via simple APIs and SDKs. Common uses: live voice agents storing incremental transcripts with versioned edits, AI assistants streaming partial responses and finalizing them later and meeting recording apps capturing speaker turns and post-processing corrections.
Is ProgressDB free?+
ProgressDB is listed as free on DevHunt.



















