MongoDB Atlas
Managed document database with a free shared tier
Free M0, then paid
Strengths
- M0 is a real free cluster for prototypes
- Dedicated tiers cover production
Limits
- A real bill splits compute, storage, and backup
- Document modeling is a poor fit for relational workloads
Vendor pricing
Alternatives
Vultr Managed PostgreSQL
Fixed-size Postgres in the same cities as Vultr compute
From $15/mo
Strengths
- The database can sit in the same region as a Vultr instance
- Automated backups are included
Limits
- The entry plan stays billed while idle
- The Hobbyist plan does not include point-in-time recovery
Vendor pricing
Alternatives