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Appwrite

An open-source, all-in-one development platform providing backend infrastructure and web hosting from a single place.

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Overview

Appwrite is an open-source, all-in-one development platform designed to simplify the process of building modern applications. It provides a robust set of backend services accessible through a unified API, allowing developers to focus on creating compelling user experiences rather than managing complex server-side infrastructure. With Appwrite, you get essential functionalities like user authentication, scalable databases, secure file storage, and the ability to deploy serverless functions, all within a single, self-hostable solution.

The platform aims to be a comprehensive alternative to proprietary backend services, offering flexibility and control. It integrates seamlessly with popular frontend frameworks and platforms, providing SDKs for various languages and environments. Whether you're building a web application, a mobile app, or a Flutter project, Appwrite streamlines common development tasks, from handling user logins and managing data to sending messages and enabling real-time updates, making it easier to bring your ideas to life faster.

Best For

Building web applications with integrated backend services.
Developing mobile applications requiring authentication and data storage.
Creating real-time applications like chat apps or live dashboards.
Hosting static sites or single-page applications with serverless functions.
Prototyping and building MVPs quickly without managing complex backend infrastructure.
Projects requiring an open-source alternative to Firebase or Supabase.

Key Features

Authentication (Auth)
Databases (Scalable and robust)
Storage (Advanced compression and encryption)
Functions (Deploy & scale serverless functions)
Messaging (Full-functioning messaging service)
Realtime (Subscribe and react to any event)
Sites (Open-source Vercel alternative for hosting)
Built-in backend infrastructure
Web hosting capabilities

Pricing

Free

$0
  • 5GB API bandwidth
  • 2GB storage
  • 750K executions
  • 75K monthly active users
  • Community support
  • 1 Database, 1 Bucket, 5 Functions per project
  • Limit of two projects
  • Never paused
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Pro

From $25 /month
  • 2TB API bandwidth
  • 150GB storage
  • 3.5M executions
  • 200K monthly active users
  • Organization roles
  • Email support
  • Daily backups stored for 7 days
  • Add-ons
  • Unlimited Databases, Buckets, and Functions

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • Open-source and self-hostable, offering full control over data and infrastructure.
  • All-in-one platform reduces the need for multiple backend services.
  • Provides a comprehensive suite of backend tools including Auth, Databases, Storage, and Functions.
  • Supports real-time functionality for dynamic applications.
  • Offers an alternative to proprietary services like Firebase and Vercel.
  • Strong community support due to its open-source nature.

Cons

  • Requires self-hosting knowledge and resources for on-premise deployment.
  • Learning curve for developers new to the Appwrite ecosystem.
  • May not have the same level of enterprise-grade support as commercial alternatives.
  • Performance and scalability can depend heavily on the user's hosting environment.
  • Feature set might not be as extensive or mature as some long-standing proprietary solutions.
  • Cloud offering is relatively new, potentially lacking some advanced features or integrations present in more established cloud providers.

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