Head to head

Supabase vs Dify

Supabase and Dify both work in AI Backend. Here is how they stack up on pricing, access, context and our editorial scores, and which one to pick.

Side by side

Tool
Supabaseby Supabase4.1Setuproll editorial score
Tool
Difyby Dify4.5Setuproll editorial score
PricingOpen SourceFree tier + usage plans
PricingOpen SourceFree self-host + cloud plans
AccessAPI
AccessLocal
Contextn/a
Contextn/a
Open sourceYes
Open sourceYes
Best forOpen Postgres backend with auth
Best forLLM app and agent building
Setuproll score4.1
Setuproll score4.5

The verdict

Dify edges ahead overall, with a 4.5 Setuproll editorial score and a strong fit for llm app and agent building. Supabase is the better pick when you want open postgres backend with auth, and it stays in the running on price and access. Most teams choose Dify as the default and reach for Supabase when their workflow leans that way.

Frequently asked questions

Is Supabase or Dify better?

Supabase holds a 4.1 Setuproll editorial score and is best for open postgres backend with auth, while Dify holds a 4.5 and is best for llm app and agent building. Pick Supabase for open postgres backend with auth and Dify for llm app and agent building.

What is the difference between Supabase and Dify?

Supabase is reached as API (open source) with n/a, while Dify is reached as Local (open source) with n/a. They overlap on AI Backend but lead in different parts of the workflow.

Is Supabase cheaper than Dify?

Supabase is free tier + usage plans, and Dify is free self-host + cloud plans. Both have a path to start without a large upfront cost.

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