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Instant vs Supabase
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| Fact | Instant | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Language | TypeScript | TypeScript |
| Licence | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Stars | 11k | 111k |
| Latest | none | v1.26.08 |
| Last push | 2026-09-28 | 2026-10-06 |
| Release cadence | too few releases | about 32 days between releases |
| Active contributors | 7 commit authors on the default branch in the last 90 days | 96+ commit authors 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.
Full replacementSupabasePostgres with auth, storage, realtime, edge functions and generated APIs.
Instant
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Instant
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Supabase
✓ signed The latest release, v1.26.08, carries a signature GitHub verified.
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