Convex vs ElectricSQL
Convex vs ElectricSQL: which to choose
Convex has the larger community with 12.0k GitHub stars against 7.2k for ElectricSQL, which usually means more integrations, examples and third-party help when you get stuck.
Both charge from day one, but ElectricSQL starts lower at $0/mo versus $25/mo for Convex.
Choose Convex if you lean toward baas and reactive; choose ElectricSQL if local-first and sync matters more for your stack. All figures above are pulled from live GitHub and pricing data, not vendor marketing.
Frequently asked questions
Is Convex or ElectricSQL better?▾
It depends on your priorities. Convex has 12.0k GitHub stars and uses a freemium pricing model, while ElectricSQL has 7.2k stars and uses a open-source model. Both offer a free plan so you can try each before committing.
Is Convex cheaper than ElectricSQL?▾
Convex starts at $25/mo while ElectricSQL starts at $0/mo. Convex has a free plan. ElectricSQL has a free plan.
What are the main differences between Convex and ElectricSQL?▾
Convex is tagged as baas, reactive, typescript while ElectricSQL is tagged as local-first, sync, postgresql. Convex uses a freemium pricing model and has a community of 12.0k GitHub stars. ElectricSQL uses a open-source model with 7.2k GitHub stars.
Does Convex or ElectricSQL have a free plan?▾
Yes, both Convex and ElectricSQL offer a free plan.