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Neon vs Turso

Neon and Turso are both database/baas tools. Neon: Serverless Postgres with branching scale-to-zero and instant provisioning Turso: Distributed SQLite at the edge with per-tenant database architecture

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Neon

Serverless Postgres with branching scale-to-zero and instant provisioning

Category
Database/BaaS
Subcategory
Serverless Database
Pricing
Free (0.5GB) / Launch $19/mo
Tier
free
database/baasserverless database
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Turso

Distributed SQLite at the edge with per-tenant database architecture

Category
Database/BaaS
Subcategory
Edge Database
Pricing
Free (500M reads/mo) / $4.99/mo
Tier
free
database/baasedge database

Key differences

DimensionNeonTurso
PricingFree (0.5GB) / Launch $19/moFree (500M reads/mo) / $4.99/mo
PlatformServerless DatabaseEdge Database
Capabilitiesserverless databaseedge database

Choose Neon if...

  • Neon fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Turso if...

  • Turso fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Neon or Turso better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Neon and Turso are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Neon or Turso?
Both have a free pricing model. Neon: Free (0.5GB) / Launch $19/mo. Turso: Free (500M reads/mo) / $4.99/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Neon and Turso together?
Neon and Turso serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.

Verdict

Both Neon and Turso are strong database/baas options. Your choice depends on pricing preferences, platform requirements, and workflow fit.

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