Google's app development platform with realtime database, auth and hosting.
Why we recommend it
It is the fastest path to a working backend for mobile prototypes, with a free tier that covers early usage.
Strengths
- Very fast to set up
- Realtime sync out of the box
- Generous free tier
Keep in mind
- Vendor lock-in
- Costs can spike unpredictably at scale
How much does Firebase cost?
Free – usage based — Free tier, with paid plans.
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