PocketBase

PocketBase is operated by PocketBase (created by Gani Georgiev), headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria (Open-source MIT-licensed; maintained by individual founder with optional GitHub Sponsors). The product launched in 2022 and a single-file backend as a service for indie developers. This 2026 review covers operator context, the current tier ladder, the feature set that matters for buyers and the live signals to watch before subscribing.

Quick facts

• Operator: PocketBase (created by Gani Georgiev)
• Headquarters: Sofia, Bulgaria
• Public-market status: Open-source MIT-licensed; maintained by individual founder with optional GitHub Sponsors
• Founded: 2022
• Category: cloud & hosting
• Current tiers: Open-source binary / Sponsors
• Anchor price (2026): free
• Competitive set: competing with Supabase, Firebase and Appwrite in BaaS

What is PocketBase?

PocketBase is a single-file backend as a service for indie developers. The product is competing with Supabase, Firebase and Appwrite in BaaS. Customers buy a tier that matches their usage profile — the entry tier handles embedded SQLite backend with realtime, while the mid and premium tiers add depth such as authentication including OAuth2 and file storage. Subscription billing happens through the operator's checkout or partner billing surfaces (App Store / Google Play / direct card on file).

Why choose PocketBase

Operator and market position

PocketBase (created by Gani Georgiev) runs PocketBase from Sofia, Bulgaria. Its public-market status (Open-source MIT-licensed; maintained by individual founder with optional GitHub Sponsors) and category position (competing with Supabase, Firebase and Appwrite in BaaS) shape the credibility of the operator's roadmap and pricing decisions. Buyers should weigh that operator context alongside headline features — a well-capitalised parent typically translates into faster bug fixes, longer support cycles and more predictable price changes than a smaller indie operator.

Tier ladder and pricing

The PocketBase tier ladder runs Open-source binary, Sponsors. Anchor pricing in 2026 starts around free for the entry tier and steps up by tier with named feature unlocks. Confirm the live regional price on the operator's site, then cross-check Subger's true-price tracker for PocketBase for the all-in renewal cost after taxes and FX conversion.

Apps, integrations and customer experience

Apps and customer-experience surfaces matter as much as headline feature counts. PocketBase delivers its core workflow across the platform surfaces listed in the platform table below, with notifications and self-service flows handled in-app. The 2025-2026 differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 PocketBase v0.22+ continued improvements and v1.0 roadmap discussions.

PocketBase features that matter in 2026

Current feature set that buyers should weigh:

• embedded SQLite backend with realtime
• authentication including OAuth2
• file storage
• admin dashboard
• Go-based extensibility as a framework or standalone
• JavaScript and Dart SDKs

Feature availability varies by region and tier; the headline list above reflects the operator's primary positioning. Confirm specific regional availability on the operator's marketing pages before committing.

PocketBase pricing in 2026

The PocketBase tier ladder in 2026 looks like:

Headline prices step up across the ladder; promotional first-period anchors and regional FX can change the all-in cost. Subger's tools reconcile the list price with the actual renewal cost:

PocketBase apps and platform support

Surface availability can vary by region and tier; confirm current app availability and supported devices on the operator's site before subscribing.

Who PocketBase fits

PocketBase is most likely a good match for the following buyers:

• Indie developers and small teams wanting a single-binary backend they can self-host — the core target audience for the product.
• Category-focused subscribers who specifically want embedded SQLite backend with realtime from competing with Supabase, Firebase and Appwrite in BaaS rather than a generalist platform.
• Tier-comparing households or teams evaluating the Open-source binary → Sponsors ladder and willing to pay up for admin dashboard.
• Cross-device users who need apps across the surfaces in the platform table above.
• Price-sensitive shoppers who want to track promotional anchors via Subger's true-price tracker and deals page before committing to annual billing.

Frequently asked questions

Who runs PocketBase and where is it based?

PocketBase is run by PocketBase (created by Gani Georgiev), headquartered in Sofia, Bulgaria. The operator's public-market status is: Open-source MIT-licensed; maintained by individual founder with optional GitHub Sponsors. The product was founded in 2022.

How much does PocketBase cost in 2026?

The 2026 tier ladder is Open-source binary, Sponsors, with anchor pricing starting around free. Regional currency and promotional cycles can shift the all-in cost; Subger's true-price tracker reconciles the headline price with renewal reality.

Is there a free tier or free trial for PocketBase?

There is no perpetual free tier listed for the standard PocketBase subscription; the operator may run introductory trials periodically. Check the live signup page for current trial promotions.

Where is PocketBase available?

Availability follows the operator's licensing and service footprint from Sofia, Bulgaria. Confirm regional availability on the official site before subscribing.

What 2025-2026 features set PocketBase apart right now?

The live differentiator to watch: 2024-2025 PocketBase v0.22+ continued improvements and v1.0 roadmap discussions. Pair that with the headline features (embedded SQLite backend with realtime, authentication including OAuth2, file storage) to judge whether the current roadmap fits your needs.

Which competitors should buyers compare PocketBase against?

PocketBase is most directly competing with Supabase, Firebase and Appwrite in BaaS. Run a side-by-side feature and price comparison with those alternatives — Subger's category pages help with the shortlist.

How do I cancel PocketBase?

Cancel through the account or subscription settings on the surface where you bought the plan: the operator's website for direct subscriptions, the App Store or Google Play for in-app purchases, or the partner billing portal for bundled subscriptions. Subger's cancellation guide for PocketBase walks through each route step-by-step.

Does PocketBase offer a team or multi-seat plan?

Multi-user, team or seat structure depends on the tier. Higher tiers commonly add admin controls and SSO; entry tiers can restrict simultaneous usage. Confirm the per-tier seat limit on the live pricing page before committing.

How can I track price changes for PocketBase?

Subger's renewal tracker for PocketBase records list-price changes plus promotional anchors over time. Pair it with the deals page for current discount codes and the promo codes page for stackable savings at signup.

Get started with PocketBase

Confirm the current regional price on the PocketBase (created by Gani Georgiev) signup page, choose the tier that matches your usage (Open-source binary or Sponsors are the most common starting points), and check Subger's deals page for PocketBase for promotional anchors before completing checkout. Track the subscription's true renewal cost with the true-price tracker once you're signed up.

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