Yet.Rest vs Firebase
A transparent comparison between Yet.Rest and Firebase backend platforms. We respect Firebase's innovation while building something different for European developers, vibe coders, and AI creators.
Developer Experience
Firebase
Google's ecosystem with complex IAM and billing
Yet.Rest
Simple, transparent developer-first experience
Data Privacy
Firebase
US-based with complex data residency options
Yet.Rest
EU-based, GDPR-compliant by design
Pricing
Firebase
Complex tiered pricing with unpredictable scaling costs
Yet.Rest
Transparent, predictable pricing (coming soon)
Setup Time
Firebase
Multiple configuration steps, SDK setup required
Yet.Rest
60-second API setup with plain English descriptions, perfect for vibe coders
AI Integration
Firebase
Requires custom integration for AI workflows
Yet.Rest
Built-in MCP server support for AI-assisted development
Vendor Lock-in
Firebase
Heavy Google ecosystem integration
Yet.Rest
Standard REST APIs, portable data
When to Choose What
Choose Firebase if:
- •You're already deep in Google's ecosystem
- •You need real-time features like Firestore
- •You have complex mobile app requirements
- •You're comfortable with Google's pricing model
Choose Yet.Rest if:
- •You need GDPR compliance from day one
- •You want transparent, predictable pricing
- •You prefer standard REST APIs over SDKs
- •You want to ship APIs fast without complexity
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