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Clerk vs Supabase Storage

Clerk (Auth) and Supabase Storage (Storage) take different approaches to development. Clerk: Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js Supabase Storage: S3-compatible object storage with RLS policies image transforms and CDN delivery

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Clerk

Drop-in authentication with pre-built UI components optimized for React and Next.js

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
authauth provider
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Supabase Storage

S3-compatible object storage with RLS policies image transforms and CDN delivery

Category
Storage
Subcategory
Object Storage
Pricing
Free (1GB) / Included in Pro
Tier
free
storageobject storage

Key differences

DimensionClerkSupabase Storage
PricingFree (10K MAU) / Pro $25/moFree (1GB) / Included in Pro
PlatformAuth ProviderObject Storage
Capabilitiesauth, auth providerstorage, object storage

Choose Clerk if...

  • Clerk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Supabase Storage if...

  • Supabase Storage fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Clerk or Supabase Storage better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Clerk and Supabase Storage are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Clerk or Supabase Storage?
Both have a free pricing model. Clerk: Free (10K MAU) / Pro $25/mo. Supabase Storage: Free (1GB) / Included in Pro. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Clerk and Supabase Storage together?
Yes — Clerk (Auth) and Supabase Storage (Storage) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Clerk and Supabase Storage solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a auth or a storage.

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