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Knack vs Supabase

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

No-code database app builder.

The open-source Firebase alternative.

The verdict

Both Knack and Supabase are credible no code platforms tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Choose Knack if you want a longer free trial (14 days). No-code database app builder.

Choose Supabase if you'd rather have a lower starting price (free – $25/mo), a free plan to start on and a higher overall rating (4.6/5). The open-source Firebase alternative.

Knack vs Supabase: side by side

DimensionKnackSupabase
Starting priceFrom $49/moFree – $25/moWinner
Free planNoYesWinner
Free trial14 daysWinner
Pricing modelSubscriptionFreemium
Best forSmb, OperationsDevelopers, Startups
PlatformsWeb, ApiWeb, Api, Self Hosted
Rating4.3/54.6/5Winner

Knack key facts

Vendor
Knack
Pricing
Subscription — From $49/mo
Free tier
Free trial (14 days)
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Smb, Operations
Editor rating
4.3 / 5
Founded
2010
Headquarters
Boston, MA, USA

Supabase key facts

Vendor
Supabase
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $25/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Api, Self Hosted
Best for
Developers, Startups
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2020
Headquarters
Remote

Frequently asked questions

Is Knack better than Supabase?

Neither is universally better — Supabase edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Knack or Supabase cheaper?

Supabase is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free – $25/mo. Knack starts at from $49/mo; Supabase starts at free – $25/mo.

Can Knack replace Supabase?

Yes for most teams — both are no code platforms tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.