A detailed comparison of Convex and Neon to help you choose the right tool for your needs.
Serverless PostgreSQL database with branching and instant scaling.
| Plan | Convex | Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Free Tier | ✓ Generous free tier | ✓ Free tier available |
| Lowest Paid | $25/mo | $19/month |
| Enterprise | Custom pricing | Custom |
| Feature | Convex | Neon |
|---|---|---|
| Reactive Database | ✓ | — |
| Server Functions | ✓ | — |
| Real-Time Sync | ✓ | — |
| File Storage | ✓ | — |
| Scheduling | ✓ | — |
| Authentication | ✓ | — |
| Database branching | — | ✓ |
| Serverless scaling | — | ✓ |
| Time travel | — | ✓ |
| Connection pooling | — | ✓ |
| Open Source | ✗ | ✗ |
| Rating | ⭐ 4.4 | ⭐ 4.6 |
Choose Convex if: You need developers building real-time collaborative applications. Convex excels with its real-time by default and typescript native.
Choose Neon if: You need postgresql applications needing modern deployment features. Neon stands out with its postgresql compatibility and innovative features.
Best free option: Both Convex and Neon offer free tiers. Convex offers "Generous free tier" while Neon offers "Free tier available".
It depends on your needs. Convex is better for developers building real-time collaborative applications, while Neon is better for postgresql applications needing modern deployment features. Both are excellent tools rated 4.4 and 4.6 respectively.
Convex starts at $25/mo while Neon starts at $19/month. Both offer free tiers.
Most tools offer import/export features to help you migrate. We recommend trying Neon's free tier before fully committing to a switch.
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