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Choose Convex if you value real-time reactive database and server functions in typescript.
Convex vs Clerk
Side-by-side comparison of pricing, features, and use cases to help you decide which fits your AI stack.
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Pick Clerk
Choose Clerk if you value drop-in authentication ui components and user management dashboard.
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| Topic | Convex | Clerk |
|---|---|---|
| Category | ConvexBackend Platform | ClerkBackend Platform |
| Best for | ConvexReactive backend platform with a real-time database and TypeScript server functions. | ClerkAuthentication and user management with drop-in UI components. |
| Pricing | Convex Professional$25/month Free option: Free (Starter). | Clerk Pro$25/month Free option: Free (10K MAU). |
| Free tier | ConvexYesFree (Starter) | ClerkYesFree (10K MAU) |
| Key features | Convex
| Clerk
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