Self-Hosted Firebase Alternatives

Firebase is not available as a self-hosted solution but there are plenty of alternatives for power users and business that want to host a solution on-premise. The best Self-Hosted alternative is RxDB, which is both free and Open Source. If that doesn't suit you, our users have ranked more than 100 alternatives to Firebase and many of them are available as a self-hosted solution so hopefully you can find a suitable replacement. Other interesting Self-Hosted alternatives to Firebase are Etebase, Directus, Appwrite and Backendless.

Firebase alternatives are mainly Web Analytics Services but may also be CMS Tools or Game Development Tools. Filter by these if you want a narrower list of alternatives or looking for a specific functionality of Firebase.

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RxDB
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28 alternatives to RxDB
RxDB (short for Reactive Database) is a NoSQL-database for JavaScript Applications like Websites, hybrid Apps, Electron-Apps and NodeJs. Reactive means that you can not only query the current state, but subscribe to all state-changes like the result of a query or even a single...
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RxDB Features
1. DecentralizedRxDB is based on a decentralized infrastructure with no single entity controlling it.
2. Works OfflineRxDB can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
Support for Javascript
NoSQL database
Observables
Serverless
Allows subscriptions
Real-time sync
React
React Native
Client side encryption
Support for ReactJS
RxDB vs Firebase opinions
Almost everyone thinks RxDB is a great alternative to Firebase.
liTAPHAL
is also a realtime database. Support server-client-sync
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ApocalypseLogan
realtime, client side, javascript
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PaleGreenwood
like firebase it is a realtime database but only open source
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Etebase
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Free • Open Source
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Software as a Service (SaaS)
91 alternatives to Etebase
Etebase makes it easy to build end-to-end encrypted applications by taking care of the encryption and its related challenges.
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Etebase Features
1. End-to-End EncryptionEtebase has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
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Directus
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Freemium • Open Source
CMS Tool
Database Manager
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212 alternatives to Directus
With over 20 million downloads, Directus is the world's first Open Data Platform for instantly turning any SQL database into an API and beautiful no-code app.
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Directus Features
1. Extensible by Plugins/ExtensionsDirectus can be extended with add-ons, plugins and extensions.
2. No Coding RequiredDirectus can be used without an coding or programming skills.
3. WYSIWYG SupportDirectus integrates a WYSIWYG editor to edit the look and content of a document, page, or file.
4. LightweightDirectus consumes less device resources compared to similar apps.
5. WYSIWYG HTML EditorDirectus allows you to make and preview changes to an application or website in real time, without needing to know code.
6. PortableDirectus can be used from a USB stick or similar with no prior installation.
7. Ad-freeDirectus doesn't contain any form of external advertising.
REST API
MySQL Support
Content Management
Dashboard
Data-management
Customizable
Appwrite
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Free • Open Source
Mac
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NativeScript
Kotlin
Ruby
Python
Apple Swift
React
Electron / Atom Shell
JavaScript
AngularJS
Software as a Service (SaaS)
Qt
PHP
Go (Programming Language)
React Native
Java
Apache Cordova
Ionic Framework
Node.JS
Vue.js
Flutter
11 alternatives to Appwrite
Secure Open-Source Backend Server for Web and Mobile Developers. Appwrite provides developers with a set of easy-to-use and integrate REST APIs to manage their core backend needs.
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Appwrite Features
1. End-to-End EncryptionAppwrite has E2E Encryption, for entire or parts of the app.
Headless CMS
Backendless
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Freemium • Proprietary
Online
Self-Hosted
69 alternatives to Backendless
Backendless is a complete visual app development platform that offers a fully integration UI Builder, real-time database, robust backend with Codeless logic, team-driven development, and bulletproof security.
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Backendless Features
Backend
Building blocks
Push Notifications
Customizable
Backendless vs Firebase opinions
Some users think Backendless is a great alternative to Firebase, some don't.
nocoder
Backendless is user friendly, has tons of features for the backend and database, utilizes visual programming, and has a fully integrated UI Builder.
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remoteStorage
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Free • Open Source
Online
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38 alternatives to remoteStorage
An open protocol for per-user storage on the Web.
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remoteStorage Features
1. DecentralizedremoteStorage is based on a decentralized infrastructure with no single entity controlling it.
2. Works OfflineremoteStorage can be used without the need to connect to the internet.
3. Cloud SyncSync your data (notes, documents, bookmarks, etc.) across your different devices and to the cloud.
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Decentralized storage
remoteStorage vs Firebase opinions
This alternative is disputed. remoteStorage is still a legitimate alternative to Firebase, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
Prisma GraphQL API
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Free • Open Source
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GraphQL
19 alternatives to Prisma GraphQL API
Prisma - turn your database into a GraphQL API. Prisma lets you design your data model and have a production-ready GraphQL API online in minutes.
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Prisma GraphQL API Features
Object Relational Mapping
GraphQL API
GraphQL
FeathersJS
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Free • Open Source
Self-Hosted
Node.JS
76 alternatives to FeathersJS
Feathers is a real-time, micro-service web framework for NodeJS that gives you control over your data via RESTful resources, sockets and flexible plug-ins.
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FeathersJS Features
Real-time bidirectional API
Real-time socket communication
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FeathersJS vs Firebase opinions
This alternative is disputed. FeathersJS is still a legitimate alternative to Firebase, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
superluminar
Hmm, it is not exactly the same, but FeathersJS is close. A previous comment noted that it is not a database, but firebase it not just a database, either.
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Guest
its a web framework of nodejs, not a database.
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FerretDB
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Free • Open Source
Mac
Windows
Linux
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89 alternatives to FerretDB
FerretDB (formerly MangoDB) is an open-source proxy, which converts MongoDB wire protocol queries to SQL, and uses PostgreSQL as a database engine.
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FerretDB Features
NoSQL database
MongoDB
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CloudBoost.io
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Paid • Proprietary
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Self-Hosted
57 alternatives to CloudBoost.io
CloudBoost can power your app's backend, including data storage, user authentication, real-time notifications, search and more.
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CloudBoost.io Features
Backend
Database as a Service
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CloudBoost.io vs Firebase opinions
This alternative is disputed. CloudBoost.io is still a legitimate alternative to Firebase, but it might have issues that some users think are important.
Guest
Its Open Source and has huge number of additional functionalities which are really easy to use. Best plug and play alternative.
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