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Firebase Auth vs UploadThing

Firebase Auth (Auth) and UploadThing (Storage) take different approaches to development. Firebase Auth: Google auth service with email phone social and anonymous sign-in methods UploadThing: Type-safe file upload library for Next.js Astro and SvelteKit with built-in CDN

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Firebase Auth

Google auth service with email phone social and anonymous sign-in methods

Category
Auth
Subcategory
Auth Provider
Pricing
Free (50K MAU) / Pay-as-you-go
Tier
free
authauth provider
UploadThing logo

UploadThing

Type-safe file upload library for Next.js Astro and SvelteKit with built-in CDN

Category
Storage
Subcategory
File Upload
Pricing
Free (2GB) / $10/mo+
Tier
free
storagefile upload

Key differences

DimensionFirebase AuthUploadThing
PricingFree (50K MAU) / Pay-as-you-goFree (2GB) / $10/mo+
PlatformAuth ProviderFile Upload
Capabilitiesauth, auth providerstorage, file upload

Choose Firebase Auth if...

  • Firebase Auth fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose UploadThing if...

  • UploadThing fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Firebase Auth or UploadThing better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Firebase Auth and UploadThing are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Firebase Auth or UploadThing?
Both have a free pricing model. Firebase Auth: Free (50K MAU) / Pay-as-you-go. UploadThing: Free (2GB) / $10/mo+. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Firebase Auth and UploadThing together?
Yes — Firebase Auth (Auth) and UploadThing (Storage) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.

Verdict

Firebase Auth and UploadThing solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a auth or a storage.

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