Teams switch for complete backend solution. Gain: PostgreSQL plus auth, storage, real-time, edge functions in one platform at $25/month pro tier. Trade-off: less mature branching, no scale-to-zero, different pricing model.

Teams switch for reliability track record. Gain: rock-solid uptime, now supports PostgreSQL (2025), excellent branching. Trade-off: no free tier since 2024, MySQL-focused history.

Enterprise teams switch for proven reliability. Gain: AWS ecosystem integration, mature service, predictable pricing. Trade-off: no branching, no scale-to-zero, more configuration needed.

Developers switch for simpler full-stack deployment. Gain: PostgreSQL plus app hosting in one platform, usage-based pricing. Trade-off: less database-specific features, no branching.

Budget-conscious teams switch for straightforward pricing. Gain: PostgreSQL at fixed monthly rates, no usage surprises. Trade-off: no branching, no scale-to-zero, traditional pricing model.