Nubase vs Convex
Convex is a reactive backend with a TypeScript function model. Nubase takes a different path: an open-source, self-hostable PostgreSQL backend with a standard REST + RLS surface, first-class AI Memory and an AI Gateway — owned and run on your own infrastructure.
| Capability | Convex | Nubase |
|---|---|---|
| Open source & self-host | Limited | Yes — Apache-2.0, one image |
| Database | Document + reactive | PostgreSQL + SQL + REST |
| Standard REST API | Functions / TS client | PostgREST-compatible /rest/v1 |
| Auth | Yes | Email, OAuth, MFA, OTP, SSO |
| Built-in AI memory | No (DIY vectors) | First-class Memory pillar |
| AI Gateway + MCP | No | Yes |
Why teams choose Nubase
- Standard Postgres + REST instead of a proprietary function runtime.
- Self-host with full data ownership under Apache-2.0.
- Memory, AI Gateway and MCP built for AI-native products.
When Convex is the better pick
Pick Convex if you want its end-to-end reactive TypeScript model and managed hosting, and don’t need Postgres/SQL or self-hosting.
FAQ
Does Nubase support realtime subscriptions?
Not yet — realtime is on the roadmap. Today Nubase focuses on REST, Auth, Storage and Memory over Postgres.