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The best alternatives to Firebase

3 European alternatives · updated 5 November 2026 · How we select

If Firebase’s default US data processing or lock-in concerns are pushing you to look elsewhere, Nhost offers an open-source backend with GraphQL and Postgres, hosted in the EU. Kuzzle Backend provides real-time capabilities for IoT and data apps, while EASY ApiOmat delivers modular backend services for enterprise integrations.

In short

Firebase covers backend services, database, authentication, real-time data and hosting. European alternatives: Nhost, Kuzzle Backend and EASY ApiOmat. By area: Nhost, Kuzzle Backend and EASY ApiOmat for backend services; Nhost and EASY ApiOmat for database; Nhost for authentication; Kuzzle Backend for real-time data; Nhost and EASY ApiOmat for hosting.

European alternatives to Firebase

Nhost🇸🇪 SE

Open-source backend-as-a-service with GraphQL and Postgres

Replaces Firebase’s backend, database, auth and hosting with GraphQL and Postgres.

Backend servicesDatabaseAuthenticationHostingFrom $25/mo
EU hostingGDPROpen SourceFree plan
What users praise and criticise
  • Easy setup and intuitive use
  • Responsive and helpful support team
  • Clear and practical documentation
  • Slow review publishing process
  • Difficulty filtering relevant feedback
Kuzzle Backend🇫🇷 FR

Open-source backend for real-time IoT and data apps

Handles backend and real-time data for IoT apps; no database or auth.

Backend servicesReal-time dataFrom €500/mo
Open SourceFree plan
What users praise and criticise
  • Reduces development time by providing a ready-to-use backend
  • Allows focus on unique features instead of reinventing standard backend components
  • Offers serverless infrastructure for backend management
  • Limited user reviews make it hard to gauge real-world performance
  • Lacks broad market adoption compared to alternatives
EASY ApiOmat🇩🇪 DE

BaaS platform for mobile and web apps with modular backend services

Replaces Firebase’s backend, database and hosting for mobile and web apps.

Backend servicesDatabaseHostingFrom $1.00/user
GDPR

All Firebase alternatives at a glance

Which part of Firebase each alternative covers.

ProviderBackend servicesDatabaseAuthenticationReal-time dataHostingFrom
Firebase (the tool you are replacing)✓✓✓✓✓–
Nhost 🇸🇪✓✓✓✓$25/mo
Kuzzle Backend 🇫🇷✓✓€500/mo
EASY ApiOmat 🇩🇪✓✓✓$1.00/user

Prices per user and month in the cheapest paid plan. Ratings are weighted across G2, Capterra, OMR and other portals, with the review count in brackets.

Frequently asked questions

Which European tool can fully replace Firebase for backend, database, authentication and hosting?

Nhost is an open-source backend-as-a-service that covers backend services, database, authentication and hosting. It offers a free plan and EU hosting.

Which European tool is best for real-time data processing as an alternative to Firebase?

Kuzzle Backend is an open-source backend for real-time IoT and data apps. It supports WebSocket, MQTT and REST API.

Can I migrate my data from Firebase to a European alternative?

Check the import options of the tool you shortlist. No European alternative currently advertises a direct Firebase migration path.

Do any European Firebase alternatives offer a free plan?

Nhost and Kuzzle Backend both offer free plans. Nhost also provides EU hosting.

Which European Firebase alternative supports self-hosting?

Nhost and EASY ApiOmat both offer self-hosted or on-premise options. Nhost is also open source.

Where is the data hosted for European Firebase alternatives?

Nhost provides EU hosting. For Kuzzle Backend and EASY ApiOmat, the server location is not publicly confirmed.

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