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Plunk vs Supabase

Plunk (Email) and Supabase (Database/BaaS) take different approaches to development. Plunk: Open-source transactional email with built-in contact management and automations Supabase: Open-source Firebase alternative with Postgres auth storage realtime and edge functions

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Plunk

Open-source transactional email with built-in contact management and automations

Category
Email
Subcategory
Transactional Email
Pricing
Free (1K/mo) / $20/mo
Tier
free
emailtransactional emailopen-source
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Supabase

Open-source Firebase alternative with Postgres auth storage realtime and edge functions

Category
Database/BaaS
Subcategory
Full BaaS
Pricing
Free (500MB) / Pro $25/mo
Tier
free
database/baasfull baasopen-source

Key differences

DimensionPlunkSupabase
PricingFree (1K/mo) / $20/moFree (500MB) / Pro $25/mo
PlatformTransactional EmailFull BaaS
Capabilitiesemail, transactional emaildatabase/baas, full baas

Choose Plunk if...

  • Plunk fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Supabase if...

  • Supabase fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Plunk or Supabase better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Plunk and Supabase are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Plunk or Supabase?
Both have a free pricing model. Plunk: Free (1K/mo) / $20/mo. Supabase: Free (500MB) / Pro $25/mo. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Plunk and Supabase together?
Yes — Plunk (Email) and Supabase (Database/BaaS) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.
Is Plunk open source?
Yes, Plunk is open source. Supabase is also open source.

Verdict

Plunk and Supabase solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a email or a database/baas.

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