Neon vs Azure SQL Database

Serverless Postgres with branching meets sql server's cloud-bound cousin. Here's our take.

Neon

Nice Pick

Serverless Postgres with branching. PlanetScale vibes, Postgres reality.

Pros

• Serverless Postgres
• Branching
• Generous free tier
• Scale to zero

Cons

• Newer
• Cold starts
• Smaller community

Azure SQL Database

SQL Server's cloud-bound cousin. All the enterprise-grade features, none of the hardware headaches.

Pros

• Fully managed with automated backups and high availability
• Built-in intelligence for performance tuning and security
• Supports serverless compute and Hyperscale for massive scalability

Cons

• Can get pricey for high-performance workloads
• Limited to Microsoft SQL Server compatibility

The Verdict

Use Neon if: You want serverless postgres and can live with newer.

Use Azure SQL Database if: You prioritize fully managed with automated backups and high availability over what Neon offers.

The Bottom Line

Neon wins

Serverless Postgres with branching. PlanetScale vibes, Postgres reality.