Coolify 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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Coolify
Self-hosted platform-as-a-service alternative to Heroku
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Supabase
Open-source Firebase alternative
| Feature | Coolify | Supabase |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) | Self-Hosting Platforms (PaaS) |
| License | Apache-2.0 | Apache-2.0 |
| Language | PHP | TypeScript |
| Setup difficulty | Easy | Hard |
| Min. RAM | 2,048 MB | 4,096 MB |
| Deployment | docker, one-click | docker, kubernetes |
| GitHub stars | ★ 60,232 | ★ 107,678 |
| First released | 2021 | 2020 |
| Replaces | Heroku, Netlify, Vercel | Firebase |
Why pick each one
Choose Coolify 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 Coolify or Supabase better?
Neither is universally better. Supabase has the larger community, while Coolify is simpler to set up (easy difficulty). Choose based on the comparison table above and your own setup.
Are Coolify and Supabase free and open-source?
Yes. Coolify is licensed under Apache-2.0 and Supabase under Apache-2.0. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.
Can I run Coolify and Supabase with Docker?
Coolify: yes. Supabase: yes.