Neon
A serverless PostgreSQL platform for application databases.
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PlanetScale
A managed database platform offering PlanetScale Postgres, Vitess, and horizontally sharded database products.
Pricing
Plan prices are sourced from the vendor; usage charges and included credits may affect the final bill.
Postgres single node starting price$5.00/month
Metal starting price$50.00/month
EnterpriseCustom pricing
Capabilities
databasePostgreSQL and MySQL-compatible Vitess
self hostedNo
Platforms
Cloud
Integrations & use cases
Integrations
Not verified
Use cases
Managed PostgreSQLHorizontally sharded databases
Alternatives
Supabase
A developer platform built around managed PostgreSQL and application backend services.
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Latest changes
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Sources
- Official pricing ↗ — verified 2026-09-23
- Official website ↗ — verification date not recorded
Frequently asked questions
What is PlanetScale?
A managed database platform offering PlanetScale Postgres, Vitess, and horizontally sharded database products.
How much does PlanetScale cost?
PlanetScale lists Postgres single node starting price: $5.00/month; Metal starting price: $50.00/month; Enterprise: Custom pricing. Usage charges, taxes, and included credits may affect the final bill; check the linked official pricing source for current terms.
What are the alternatives to PlanetScale?
Structured alternatives listed here include Neon, Supabase. Compare each option by its listed capabilities, pricing, and fit for your workflow.
Where does ProDevStack get PlanetScale information?
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