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Instant vs PocketBase
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| Fact | Instant | PocketBase |
|---|---|---|
| Language | TypeScript | Go |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | MIT |
| Stars | 11k | 61k |
| Latest | none | v0.40.4 |
| Last push | 2026-09-28 | 2026-10-02 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 2 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 1 commit author on the default branch in the last 90 days |
| Flags | No release or tag | none |
How they relate
Both replace Firebase. Alternatives to Firebase →
PartialInstantA realtime relational database with auth, permissions and storage, queried from the client.
PartialPocketBaseAuth, a SQLite database with realtime subscriptions and file storage in one binary.
Instant
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PocketBase
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