Backendless vs Convex
On the evidence we track, Convex leads this comparison with a composite score of 51/100. Scores are only directly comparable because these tools share a category; the full breakdown and every source is below.
Capabilities
Feature-by-feature on the axes that matter for backend as a service. “-” means undocumented, not absent.
What each one is
The product in its own terms, so the numbers below have context.
Backendless
A no-code platform that provides a visual backend, real-time database, and API services for building applications. Features include codeless logic builders, user management, file storage, geolocation capabilities, and AI-powered workflow automation through FlowRunner.
Convex
LeaderConvex is a comprehensive backend-as-a-service platform that provides database, serverless functions, workflows, real-time sync, search, and file storage capabilities, all with TypeScript support and end-to-end type safety.
Pricing
List pricing as published by each vendor, with the date we read it. Always verify at the source before you buy.
Backendless
Free tier available with 300 API calls/minute; paid Cloud plans with higher rate limits starting at Cloud 9 (600/min) and Cloud 99 (1200/min)
- FreeFree
- Cloud 9-
- Cloud 99-
Convex
LeaderFree tier with usage-based metered overages on paid plans
- FreeFree
- Starter-
- Starter Plus-
- Professional-
Platform & deployment
Where each product runs and how it can be hosted. A dash means undocumented, not unsupported.
Integrations
What each product connects to. Counts come from the vendor's own integration directory where one exists.
Backendless
- Thunkable
- React JS
- Git
- GitHub
- OpenAI
- NativeScript
- Google Play Store
- Postman
- Swagger
- OpenAPI
Convex
Leader- PostHog
- Cloudflare
- Automerge
- WorkOS
- Mastra
Comparison generated from independently-sourced facts. Every value links to its source and retrieval date. See the method.