CapRover vs Supabase
A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted self-hosting platforms (paas) options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.
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| Feature | CapRover | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | TypeScript | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 1,024 MB | 4,096 MB |
| Deployment | docker, one-click | docker, kubernetes |
| GitHub stars | ★ 15,123 | ★ 107,678 |
| First released | 2017 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Heroku | Firebase |
Why pick each one
Choose CapRover if…
- Released under the Apache-2.0 license
- Easy to set up — beginner-friendly
- First-class Docker support for quick deployment
- One-click install on common self-host platforms
Frequently asked questions
Is CapRover or Supabase better?
Neither is universally better. Supabase has the larger community, while CapRover is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are CapRover and Supabase free and open-source?
Yes. CapRover is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Supabase under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run CapRover and Supabase with Docker?
CapRover: yes. Supabase: yes.