Convex
Replaces the database, API, and cache with a single real-time platform where backend logic is just TypeScript functions.
Pricing
Free tier
Usage-based
Adoption
→StableLicense
Open Source
Data freshness
—Overview
What is Convex?
The backend replacement for full-stack developers.
Key differentiator
“Replaces the database, API, and cache with a single real-time platform where backend logic is just TypeScript functions.”
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Fit analysis
Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Real-time data synchronization
Recommended use case
Quick backend setup
Recommended use case
✕ Not a fit for
Legacy SQL-heavy workloads
Not recommended
Apps needing manual control over database connections
Not recommended
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
1M function calls/mo, 1GB storage, 1GB bandwidth
Starts at
$25/month (Professional) + usage
Model
Usage-based
Enterprise
Available
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Next step
Get Started with Convex
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.