Stytch vs Supabase Auth

Stytch and Supabase Auth score identically in our overall RadarTrek assessment — both earn 85/100 across 6 scored dimensions. This is one of the closest auth providers comparisons in our database. The right choice depends entirely on which specific dimension matters most to your use case — use the dimension breakdown above to compare scores on your priority criterion.

Both Stytch and Supabase Auth offer a free tier, so entry-level cost is not a differentiating factor. Compare the feature and usage limits of each free plan to see which gives you more headroom before a paid upgrade is needed.

Stytch scores higher on Security — 92/100 versus 82/100 for Supabase Auth. If security is your primary decision criterion, Stytch is the stronger choice in this head-to-head.

Switching between auth providers tools is generally possible but involves migration effort: exporting your data or configuration from Stytch, re-importing or reconfiguring in Supabase Auth, and updating any API integrations or environment variables in your codebase. The effort scales with how deeply embedded the tool is in your stack. Test Supabase Auth on a non-production project first before migrating.

Stytch (85/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise security — its strongest dimension — and who want a free entry point. Supabase Auth (85/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise free tier and want a free entry point. If both dimensions matter equally, the overall score winner (either tool) is the safer default choice.