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Firebase vs Stream Chat

A side-by-side look at Firebase and Stream Chat. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

Firebase

Firebase

Development

Firebase is a backend-as-a-service (BaaS) platform that provides developers with a variety of tools and services to help them develop high-quality apps. It handles backend functionality like database storage, authentication, hosting and more so developers can focus on building user-facing features.

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Stream Chat

Stream Chat

Social & Communications

Stream Chat is a chat API and UI kit that allows developers to easily integrate real-time messaging features into their applications and websites. It handles all the complex infrastructure and networking requirements behind building chat.

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