Appwrite

Name: Appwrite
Rating: 4.5 (4410 reviews)

Open-source backend for web and mobile.

Filed under: Coding

About Appwrite

Appwrite is an open-source backend-as-a-service with databases, auth, storage, and functions you can self-host or run in the cloud. Its console and SDKs make backend setup fast. Among open AI coding tools infrastructure, Appwrite is a self-hostable favorite. Indie hackers pair it with Lovable-built frontends.

Key features

Open-source backend
Auth and databases
File storage
Cloud functions
Self-hosting
Free tier available

Appwrite screenshots

Appwrite: pros & cons

Pros

Open source
Self-hostable
Easy console
Free tier available

Cons

Smaller ecosystem than Firebase
Self-hosting effort
Docs gaps

Appwrite FAQs

Is Appwrite free?

Appwrite is free and open source; managed cloud plans are also available.

Can I self-host Appwrite?

Yes, self-hosting with Docker is a primary option.

What does Appwrite include?

Databases, authentication, storage, functions, and messaging.