Convex vs Supabase: which does AI recommend?
· ChatGPT Search and Google AI Mode
Based on every AI answer that names both
Reviewed by Dimitry Apollonsky
AI summary
The claims split: Supabase is named for full-stack apps, while Convex is named for TypeScript apps where realtime is central. When both are named, Supabase is listed first almost always.
Listed first when AI names both
Recommended when named
Pick Supabase for
- Real-time capabilities Almost always
- Database and cloud functions Almost always
- Backend-in-a-box solution Almost always
Topic by topic
Mentioned in, as a share of each topic’s answers
Supabase named more
- Backend-as-a-service platformsFar ahead
- Backend as a service with vector searchFar ahead
- Backend platforms for web developersClearly ahead
Convex alone is ranked in Vertical SaaS investment.
Supabase alone is ranked in Mobile app backend platform, Open-source app backend, Mobile game backend services, Authentication service providers, Passwordless login APIs, Point-in-time recovery, Managed vector databases for production RAG, Fast globally distributed serverless database, File upload API and storage service, Headless content management, SaaS privacy and terms generation and Single sign-on provider.
What people ask AI about Convex and Supabase
Supabase leads for questions about real-time backend platforms and databases with cloud functions.
Convex listed firstSupabase listed first- What are some good options for a backend platform with real-time capabilities?Supabase almost always first
- What are the leading platforms for developers needing a database and cloud functions?Supabase almost always first
- What are some platforms similar to a 'backend in a box' solution?Supabase almost always first
- What are the top services for combining a database, auth, and APIs?Supabase almost always first
- What services provide a complete backend as a service for web applications?Supabase almost always first
- What's the best all-in-one backend-as-a-service for a full-stack developer looking to build an app quickly?Supabase almost always first
- Which services provide real-time database capabilities for developers?Supabase almost always first
- Which development platforms simplify backend infrastructure for developers?Supabase almost always first
Who AI mentions first
Supabase is listed first every month.
JunConvex listed first: 1%Supabase listed first: 99%
JulConvex listed first: 0%Supabase listed first: 100%
AugConvex listed first: 3%Supabase listed first: 97%
SepConvex listed first: <1%Supabase listed first: >99%
When both brands are named, ChatGPT Search and Google AI Mode list Supabase first almost always; every engine leans its way by about the same margin.
ChatGPT SearchConvex listed first: 1%Supabase listed first: 99%
Google AI ModeConvex listed first: 1%Supabase listed first: 99%
Sources cited in the comparisons
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
The bar’s length is this source’s share of the comparison’s claims; its parts show which brand those claims favour.
Convex vs Supabase: common questions
- Is Convex better than Supabase?
- The claims split: Supabase is named for full-stack apps, while Convex is named for TypeScript apps where realtime is central. When both are named, Supabase is listed first almost always.
- Do ChatGPT and Google AI Mode recommend Convex or Supabase?
- When both brands are named, ChatGPT Search and Google AI Mode list Supabase first almost always; every engine leans its way by about the same margin.
- What are the alternatives to Convex and Supabase?
- Firebase and Appwrite appear in most of these answers alongside Convex and Supabase.
- When is Supabase the better pick?
- AI usually lists Supabase first for: Real-time capabilities; Database and cloud functions; Backend-in-a-box solution.
