Amplitude vs Neon

Full side-by-side comparison of features, pricing, and use cases to help you pick the right tool.

Bottom line: Neon is both cheaper and higher-rated - a strong pick for most teams.

Amplitude

Enterprise product analytics platform for data-driven decisions

4.4 / 5From $49/mo
Neon

Serverless Postgres with branching, autoscaling, and generous free tier

4.6 / 5From $19/mo

Pricing Comparison

PlanAmplitudeNeon
FreeYesYes
Starter$49/mo$19/mo
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EnterpriseCustomCustom

Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo vs $49/mo).

Feature Matrix

FeatureAmplitudeNeon
Behavioral cohortingYes-
Predictive analyticsYes-
Journey mapsYes-
Experiment A/B testingYes-
Data tablesYes-
Serverless Postgres-Yes
Database branching-Yes
Autoscaling to zero-Yes
Point-in-time restore-Yes
Read replicas-Yes

When to Choose Each

Choose Amplitude if you need...

  • +Enterprise-grade depth
  • +Strong data governance
  • +Good free starter plan
EnterpriseStartupsDevelopersMarketers

Choose Neon if you need...

  • +Scales to zero cost
  • +Database branching is a game-changer
  • +Fast cold starts
DevelopersStartupsFounders

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better, Amplitude or Neon?

Neon scores higher in our review (4.6/5 vs 4.4/5). However, Amplitude may be a better fit depending on your specific needs and budget.

Is Amplitude cheaper than Neon?

Yes, Neon is cheaper at the Starter tier ($19/mo).

What is the difference between Amplitude and Neon?

Amplitude focuses on behavioral cohorting and predictive analytics, while Neon emphasizes serverless postgres and database branching. Amplitude is best for Enterprises, Startupss, Developerss, Marketerss, while Neon suits Developerss, Startupss, Founderss.

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