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Neon

by Neon (Databricks)

Serverless Postgres.

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

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Key facts

Vendor
Neon (Databricks)
Pricing
Freemium — Free – $19/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Api
Best for
Developers, Startups
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2021
Headquarters
San Francisco, CA, USA

What is Neon?

Neon is a databases tool from Neon (Databricks). Neon is serverless Postgres with branching and autoscaling.

Neon uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $19/mo.

It's best suited to developers, startups and runs on Web, Api.

Standout strengths include serverless postgres, database branching, scales to zero. Worth weighing: newer platform, cold starts on free.

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Pros

  • Serverless Postgres
  • Database branching
  • Scales to zero

Cons

  • Newer platform
  • Cold starts on free

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Frequently asked questions

What is Neon?

Neon is serverless Postgres with branching and autoscaling.

How much does Neon cost?

Neon is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $19/mo.

Does Neon have a free trial?

Neon offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Neon support?

Neon is available on Web, Api.