Production Architecture Shootout
PocketBase vs Supabase: Single-File Go BaaS vs Enterprise Postgres
Comparing lightweight single-binary SQLite backend with full-featured PostgreSQL ecosystem.
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| Core Metric | PocketBase (SQLite) | Supabase (Postgres) |
|---|---|---|
| Architecture | Single binary Go app with SQLite | Distributed microservices + PostgreSQL |
| Memory Usage | Under 20MB RAM running | ~1GB RAM for full local stack |
| Database Scale | Great up to 10k concurrent users | Handles millions of records & sharding |
| Admin Dashboard | Built-in lightweight web panel | Rich modern web studio interface |
| Best Suited For | Hobby projects & small SaaS apps | High-scale enterprise applications |
◈ Technical Recommendation & Architectural Choice
PocketBase is unbeatable for rapid solo MVPs on a $5 server; Supabase is built for scalable multi-tenant SaaS.