Neon
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A few focused days to build a solid replacement
Serverless Postgres for modern applications
How to Replace NeonOverview
Features
45 features across 15 categories
AI Features(1)
Native vector support with pgvector extension for AI/ML workloads.
Architecture(1)
Decoupled storage and compute architecture for independent scaling and cost optimization.
Backup(2)
Daily automated backups with 7-day retention for free tier, extended for paid plans.
Restore database to any point in time with point-in-time recovery.
Cost Optimization(2)
Automatically pause idle compute to eliminate costs during inactive periods.
Insights and recommendations to optimize database costs and resource usage.
Data Management(1)
Import data from PostgreSQL dumps or export to standard backup formats.
Database(5)
Access to PostgreSQL extensions including pgvector, PostGIS, and custom extensions.
Advanced full-text search capabilities with PostgreSQL built-in features.
Native JSONB data type with indexing and query capabilities.
Latest PostgreSQL versions with access to modern extensions and features.
Full ACID transaction support for data consistency and reliability.
Development(6)
Command-line interface for managing projects, branches, and connections.
Create instant database branches for testing and development without duplicating data.
Clone entire databases instantly for testing, staging, and migration purposes.
Create and manage multiple compute endpoints with different configurations.
Visual schema editor and migration tools for managing database structure.
Create unlimited database branches for development and testing workflows.
Extensions(1)
PostGIS extension for geographic data and spatial queries.
Integration(4)
REST API for programmatic management of databases and compute resources.
Pre-configured connection strings for popular frameworks and languages.
Stream changes from Neon to external databases or applications in real-time.
Trigger webhooks on database events like compute scaling or branch operations.
Monitoring(4)
Set up alerts for resource limits, performance issues, and quota thresholds.
Real-time monitoring of compute usage, connections, and database performance.
AI-powered insights into slow queries and optimization recommendations.
Detailed analytics on storage, compute hours, and data transfer.
Organization(1)
Organize multiple projects and databases within a single workspace.
Performance(6)
Automatic adjustment of compute resources based on workload demands.
Built-in PgBouncer for efficient connection management and reduced latency.
New databases are ready to use in seconds without initialization delay.
Deploy databases across multiple geographic regions for latency optimization.
Create read-only replicas in different regions for improved query performance.
Auto-scaling compute that pauses during inactivity to reduce costs.
Security(7)
Create custom database roles with specific permissions and ownership.
Audit logs for connection attempts, user actions, and administrative changes.
Data encrypted at rest using industry-standard encryption algorithms.
Restrict database access by configuring IP address allowlists.
Granular permission management with PostgreSQL roles and privileges.
All connections encrypted in transit with SSL/TLS protocols.
Secure credential storage with integration to HashiCorp Vault.
Support(3)
Active community forums and Discord channel for peer support and discussions.
Comprehensive guides and API documentation for integration and development.
Priority email and chat support with faster response times.
Team Management(1)
Invite team members with role-based access control for collaborative development.
Pricing
Free
- ✓Small projects
- ✓up to 3GB storage
- ✓shared compute
Pro
Popular- ✓Growing apps
- ✓dedicated compute
- ✓auto-scaling
Business
- ✓Production workloads
- ✓priority support
- ✓read replicas
Enterprise
- ✓Custom solution
- ✓dedicated support
- ✓SLA
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Buying Neon saves ~$50,400 over 3 years vs building.
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Integrations
27 known integrations