Complete comparison of modern PostgreSQL platforms: from serverless cloud databases to BYOC enterprise solutions. Find the right Postgres platform for your team's needs, workload, and compliance requirements.
The PostgreSQL ecosystem has evolved dramatically with platforms offering everything from serverless scaling to enterprise RBAC, instant database cloning, and BYOC deployment. This comprehensive guide helps you navigate the landscape and choose the right platform for your specific needs.
Essential capabilities that differentiate modern PostgreSQL platforms
Git-like workflows for database development
Organization-wide security and access controls
Bring Your Own Cloud for data residency control
Copy-on-write database clones in seconds
How Vela compares to major cloud database offerings
Comprehensive comparison of Vela's high-performance Postgres vs. Amazon RDS. See 6x better performance and 60-80% cost savings with BYOC deployment.
Detailed comparisons across the PostgreSQL ecosystem
Compare Vela's enterprise BYOC Postgres with Supabase OSS. See instant cloning, enhanced RBAC, and self-hosted control vs. the OSS stack.
Serverless Postgres comparison: Vela's BYOC model with instant copy-on-write cloning vs. Neon OSS branching and autosuspend capabilities.
Comparison of OSS PostgreSQL platforms: Neon OSS serverless architecture vs Supabase OSS full-stack backend. AI workloads, branching, and developer workflows.
In-depth guides for specific use cases and architectures
How Vela combines OLTP, OLAP, and vector workloads in a single PostgreSQL platform for simplified data architecture.
Deep dive into PostgreSQL's analytical capabilities: columnstore extensions, parallel queries, and when to choose Postgres for analytics.
Key decision factors for selecting your database platform
How Vela stacks up against major PostgreSQL platforms
| Feature | Vela | Supabase | Neon | AWS RDS | Percona |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Read Throughput (TPS) | 290,000 | ~15,000 | ~12,000 | ~45,000 | ~60,000 |
| Instant Cloning | ✓ Sub-second | Git integration | ✓ Copy-on-write | Snapshot based | Manual backup |
| BYOC Deployment | ✓ Full control | Self-hosted only | SaaS only | AWS only | ✓ Self-managed |
| Enterprise RBAC | ✓ Org-wide | ✓ Enterprise | Organization | IAM | Traditional DB |
| AI/Agentic Workloads | �� BYOC focus | ✓ AI builders | ✓ Purpose-built | Limited | Traditional DB |
See how Vela's BYOC deployment, instant cloning, and enterprise RBAC can transform your PostgreSQL workflow.