Kolaybase vs. Convex: Standard PostgreSQL or a Reactive TS Backend?
Convex is a reactive backend where you write TypeScript functions against its own database and get realtime updates for free. Kolaybase is built on standard PostgreSQL with an auto-generated REST API, authentication, and storage.
How Kolaybase is different
Convex is compelling if you want a tightly integrated, realtime, TypeScript-native model and are comfortable with its proprietary database. Kolaybase is for teams who want standard SQL, portability via pg_dump, and the option to self-host — with REST rather than a function-based model.
Feature comparison
| Feature | Kolaybase | Convex |
|---|---|---|
| Database | Standard PostgreSQL | Proprietary reactive database |
| Programming model | SQL + REST API | TypeScript functions |
| Realtime | Roadmap | Built-in, reactive by default |
| Authentication | Keycloak realm per project | Via integrations |
| Portability | Standard SQL, pg_dump | Convex-specific data model |
| Self-hosting | Docker Compose | Primarily managed |
Frequently asked questions
- Is Kolaybase a Convex alternative?
- Yes, for teams that prefer standard PostgreSQL and REST over a proprietary reactive database and a TypeScript-function model. Convex's strength is built-in realtime; Kolaybase's is SQL, portability, and self-hosting.
- Does Kolaybase have realtime like Convex?
- Realtime reactivity is a core Convex feature. Kolaybase focuses today on database, REST API, auth, and storage, with realtime on the roadmap.
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