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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Mid-Market (45.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0
$25/user/month* (billed annually)
Firebase
Star Rating
(287)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (69.4% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$0
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Star Rating
(3,777)4.5 out of 5
Market Segments
Mid-Market (45.1% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$25/user/month* (billed annually)
Free Trial is available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Firebase excels in its real-time database capabilities, allowing for seamless data synchronization across devices, which is particularly beneficial for applications requiring instant updates. In contrast, Salesforce Platform users mention that while it offers robust data management features, the data migration process can be more complex and time-consuming.
- Reviewers mention that Firebase's ease of use is a standout feature, with a score of 9.0, making it accessible for small businesses and developers alike. On the other hand, Salesforce Platform, with a score of 8.4, is noted for its comprehensive features but can be overwhelming for new users due to its complexity.
- G2 users highlight Firebase's multi-device sync functionality, scoring 9.0, which allows users to access their applications seamlessly across different platforms. Conversely, Salesforce Platform users report that while it supports multi-domain functionality, it does not match the fluidity of Firebase's synchronization.
- Reviewers say that Firebase's authentication options are extensive, particularly praising its support for multi-factor authentication and risk-based authentication, both scoring 9.1. In contrast, Salesforce Platform users mention that while it offers solid authentication features, it lacks the same level of flexibility and user experience.
- Users on G2 report that Firebase's extensibility is a major advantage, with a score of 9.2, allowing developers to easily integrate third-party services and customize their applications. Salesforce Platform, while also extensible, receives a slightly lower score of 8.9, with users noting that integration can sometimes require more technical expertise.
- Reviewers mention that Firebase's community support is robust, with a score of 9.3, providing users with ample resources and forums for troubleshooting. In contrast, Salesforce Platform users report that while support is available, the documentation and community engagement can be less responsive, scoring 8.8.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Salesforce Platform
Platform Starter
$25
/user/month* (billed annually)
Users access apps built with the following services:
- Access 10 custom objects
- 200 APIs calls /user/day
- Lightning App Builder
Free Trial
Firebase
Free Trial is available
Salesforce Platform
Free Trial is available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
9.0
225
8.9
2,199
Ease of Use
9.0
225
8.5
2,963
Ease of Setup
9.1
85
8.4
1,760
Ease of Admin
9.0
73
8.5
763
Quality of Support
8.5
200
8.5
1,962
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
8.8
67
8.8
760
Product Direction (% positive)
8.9
215
8.7
2,167
Features by Category
Data Masking
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
9.4
12
Not enough data
9.6
12
Not enough data
8.9
12
Administration
Not enough data
9.0
285
Not enough data
8.8
274
Not enough data
9.3
298
Not enough data
9.0
297
Not enough data
9.2
299
Not enough data
9.0
286
Automation
Not enough data
9.0
318
Not enough data
8.9
309
Not enough data
9.0
316
Development
Not enough data
8.9
289
Not enough data
8.6
250
Not enough data
8.5
241
Not enough data
9.0
268
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Monitoring
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Reporting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
107
Not enough data
9.2
102
Not enough data
8.9
102
Not enough data
8.7
100
Management
Not enough data
9.1
99
Not enough data
9.0
101
Not enough data
9.2
104
Not enough data
9.1
102
Security
Not enough data
9.4
106
Agentic AI - Cloud Migration
Not enough data
8.3
18
Not enough data
8.1
18
Not enough data
8.6
18
Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
9.2
28
Not enough data
9.0
28
Not enough data
9.0
26
Not enough data
8.8
26
Not enough data
8.7
25
Not enough data
8.9
28
Not enough data
9.2
26
Functionality
Not enough data
8.6
295
Not enough data
9.1
309
Not enough data
9.2
304
Not enough data
8.9
300
Not enough data
8.5
284
Not enough data
9.1
305
AI Authentication Risk Management - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.1
7
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
8.9
6
Not enough data
8.6
6
AI Biometric & Behavioral Analysis - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
7.2
6
Not enough data
7.2
6
AI Context-Aware Security Controls - Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM)
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
6.9
6
Functionality
Not enough data
8.7
75
Not enough data
8.7
76
Not enough data
9.0
78
Not enough data
8.8
75
Not enough data
9.3
76
Not enough data
9.1
78
Type
Not enough data
8.7
73
Not enough data
8.8
74
Reporting
Not enough data
8.9
73
Not enough data
8.9
74
Not enough data
9.0
14
Not enough data
9.5
13
Authentication & Authorization - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
8.6
13
Administration & Governance - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
8.7
13
Not enough data
8.5
13
Generative AI - Identity and Access Management (IAM)
Not enough data
7.8
13
Not enough data
7.6
13
Not enough data
7.8
13
Management
Not enough data
9.3
68
Not enough data
9.3
68
Not enough data
9.2
68
Functionality
Not enough data
9.4
69
Not enough data
9.4
68
Not enough data
9.5
69
Processes
Not enough data
9.2
69
Not enough data
9.4
69
Not enough data
9.3
69
Functionality
Not enough data
8.0
69
Not enough data
8.5
67
Not enough data
8.7
67
Not enough data
8.5
67
Data Control
Not enough data
8.6
66
Not enough data
8.6
67
Not enough data
9.0
67
Agentic AI - Drag and Drop App Builder
Not enough data
9.1
23
Not enough data
9.0
23
Not enough data
8.8
23
Functionality
9.2
64
9.0
128
8.9
61
8.8
127
8.8
54
8.8
125
8.4
61
9.2
126
8.9
62
8.6
126
8.9
64
8.8
126
8.8
61
9.0
125
Functionality
Not enough data
9.2
33
Not enough data
9.0
33
Not enough data
9.1
33
Not enough data
8.7
32
Support
Not enough data
9.3
32
Not enough data
9.1
32
Not enough data
9.3
32
Agentic AI - AI Code Generation
Not enough data
8.9
20
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
8.7
20
Not enough data
8.8
20
Not enough data
8.7
21
Agentic AI - Software Testing
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Not enough data
8.9
22
Agentic AI - Mobile Development Platforms
7.8
6
Not enough data
6.9
6
Not enough data
7.8
6
Not enough data
Application Design
Not enough data
8.6
231
Not enough data
8.7
228
Not enough data
8.7
252
Not enough data
8.6
241
Not enough data
8.9
262
Data Control
Not enough data
8.9
259
Not enough data
8.8
261
Not enough data
9.2
259
Publishing
Not enough data
8.9
238
Not enough data
8.9
246
Not enough data
8.9
235
Agentic AI - Low-Code Development Platforms
Not enough data
9.1
47
Not enough data
9.2
45
Not enough data
9.1
46
Development
Not enough data
8.7
556
Not enough data
8.6
545
Not enough data
8.7
502
Not enough data
8.6
541
Not enough data
8.6
501
Database
Not enough data
9.0
535
Not enough data
8.8
591
Not enough data
8.5
482
Not enough data
8.6
543
Not enough data
8.6
571
Infrastructure
Not enough data
8.5
542
Not enough data
8.1
512
Not enough data
9.1
565
User Interface Design
Not enough data
8.5
136
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Verified
Not enough data
8.7
154
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.8
155
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.1
153
|
Verified
Data Control
Not enough data
9.0
150
|
Verified
Not enough data
8.9
155
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.2
155
|
Verified
Publishing
Not enough data
8.8
144
|
Verified
Not enough data
9.0
149
Not enough data
8.9
146
|
Verified
Agentic AI - No-Code Development Platforms
Not enough data
8.8
36
Not enough data
8.8
36
Not enough data
8.6
36
Compliance
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Firebase and Salesforce Platform are categorized as Application Development Platforms
Unique Categories
Firebase is categorized as Mobile Development Platforms
Salesforce Platform is categorized as Consent Management Platform (CMP), Workplace Innovation Platforms, Data Masking, Privileged Access Management (PAM), Customer Identity and Access Management (CIAM), Cloud Migration, No-Code Development Platforms, Drag and Drop App Builder, Low-Code Development Platforms, Software Testing, Identity and Access Management (IAM), Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS), DevOps Platforms, and AI Code Generation
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Firebase
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Salesforce Platform
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Computer Software
31.1%
Information Technology and Services
25.9%
Marketing and Advertising
4.1%
Computer Games
4.1%
Program Development
2.6%
Other
32.2%
Computer Software
13.5%
Information Technology and Services
11.8%
Financial Services
7.0%
Non-Profit Organization Management
4.0%
Marketing and Advertising
3.3%
Other
60.3%
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