APIs & web front ends · AWS vs Google Cloud
AWS AppSync vs Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect)
AWS AppSync maps partly to Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect), a GraphQL backend over managed Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL with generated SDKs.
Side-by-side comparison
| Aspect | Amazon Web Services | Google Cloud |
|---|---|---|
| Service | AWS AppSync | Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect) |
| Lifecycle | Generally available | Generally available |
| What it is | Managed GraphQL APIs (resolvers to DynamoDB, Lambda, RDS, HTTP, and more, with merged APIs and subscriptions) and AppSync Events for serverless WebSocket pub/sub. | GraphQL-based backend over a managed Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL database, with generated type-safe web and mobile SDKs. |
| Pricing model | Per million query and mutation operations, real-time messages and connection minutes, plus optional caching. | Billed through Firebase plans for operations, plus the Cloud SQL instance. |
| Docs | AWS AppSync docs | Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect) docs |
| Pricing page | AWS AppSync pricing | Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect) pricing |
Key differences
- SQL Connect is tied to PostgreSQL; AppSync resolves to many data sources.
- For real-time sync, Firebase's Firestore and Realtime Database are the usual choices.
Pricing summary
Pricing models only. No prices are quoted because they change by region and over time.
- AWS
- Per million query and mutation operations, real-time messages and connection minutes, plus optional caching. AWS AppSync pricing →
- GCP
- Billed through Firebase plans for operations, plus the Cloud SQL instance. Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect) pricing →
And on Azure?
Partial match Azure's equivalent is Azure API Management, Azure Web PubSub. AWS vs Azure comparison →
FAQ
What is the Google Cloud equivalent of AWS AppSync?
AWS AppSync maps partly to Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect), a GraphQL backend over managed Cloud SQL for PostgreSQL with generated SDKs.
How does pricing compare between AWS AppSync and Firebase SQL Connect (formerly Data Connect)?
AWS: Per million query and mutation operations, real-time messages and connection minutes, plus optional caching. Google Cloud: Billed through Firebase plans for operations, plus the Cloud SQL instance. Check the official pricing pages for current rates.
What is the Azure equivalent?
Azure API Management and Azure Web PubSub (partial match). AWS AppSync maps to two Azure services.