SQLite vs PostgreSQL

Developers should learn and use SQLite when building applications that need a local, persistent data store without the overhead of a full database server, such as mobile apps (e meets postgresql is widely used in the industry and worth learning. Here's our take.

SQLite

Nice Pick

Developers should learn and use SQLite when building applications that need a local, persistent data store without the overhead of a full database server, such as mobile apps (e

Pros

• g
• Related to: sql, embedded-databases

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

PostgreSQL

PostgreSQL is widely used in the industry and worth learning

Pros

• Widely used in the industry
• Related to: sql, supabase

Cons

• Specific tradeoffs depend on your use case

The Verdict

Use SQLite if: You want g and can live with specific tradeoffs depend on your use case.

Use PostgreSQL if: You prioritize widely used in the industry over what SQLite offers.

The Bottom Line

SQLite wins

Developers should learn and use SQLite when building applications that need a local, persistent data store without the overhead of a full database server, such as mobile apps (e