PocketBase
Open source backend in a single file
4.5(188 reviews)free
free tieropen sourceself hostable
PocketBase is an open source backend consisting of a single executable file with embedded SQLite database, realtime subscriptions, auth, file storage, and an admin dashboard.
Pros
- Single binary — extremely simple to deploy
- Embedded SQLite — no separate database
- Real-time subscriptions built-in
Cons
- SQLite — not suitable for multi-writer high-concurrency
- Single file limits horizontal scaling
Best For
Developers who want the simplest possible backend for small apps and prototypes in a single binary
Pricing
Free Forever
Free
- Core features included
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