Best database for vibe-coded apps (2026)
Backends that pair well with AI app builders and coding agents.
Editorial picks for this use case. See each tool page for its score breakdown.
#1 #2 #3 #4 #5
S
Supabase open source
Open-source Postgres development platform
93
/ 100
C
Convex open source
Reactive backend platform
84
/ 100
N
Neon open source
Serverless Postgres
86
/ 100
F
Firebase
Google's app development platform
77
/ 100
T
Turso open source
SQLite-based database platform
77
/ 100
FAQ
- What is the best database for vibe-coded apps in 2026?
- Our top pick is Supabase (score 93/100): Open-source Postgres development platform. Runners-up: Convex, Neon, Firebase, Turso.
- Is Supabase free?
- Check Supabase's pricing page for current plans. Pricing: Pro from $25/mo per org (includes $10 compute credit).
- Is Convex free?
- Check Convex's pricing page for current plans. Pricing: Professional $25/developer/mo; Starter $0 base plus pay-as-you-go.
- Is Neon free?
- Check Neon's pricing page for current plans. Pricing: Launch: usage-based, no monthly minimum ($0.106/CU-hour, $0.35/GB-month).
- How are these tools ranked?
- Each tool is scored out of 100 on fit, vibe-coder friendliness, output quality, pricing, ecosystem, momentum and code ownership, using desk research of official docs and pricing pages. Affiliate status never affects scores.