SashiDo vs Hasura
Complete BaaS vs Postgres GraphQL layer
Hasura auto-generates GraphQL from Postgres schemas. It's excellent for GraphQL APIs. But Hasura is just a GraphQL layer, you still need to manage Postgres, authentication, file storage, push notifications, and background jobs separately. SashiDo provides MongoDB with auto-generated GraphQL, plus authentication, push notifications, file storage, cloud functions, and background jobs. All in one platform.
Feature-by-Feature Comparison
An honest look at Hasura vs SashiDo for backend development
What's Included
Database Technology
Platform Complexity
Pricing & Cost
Support & Migration
Note: We've done our best to present accurate information based on publicly available data and customer feedback. If you notice any inaccuracies, please let us know.
Why Developers Choose SashiDo Over Hasura
These are the most common reasons developers cite for choosing SashiDo
Complete BaaS vs GraphQL-Only Layer
Hasura auto-generates GraphQL from Postgres. That's it. You still need separate services for authentication (Hasura Auth or Clerk), file storage (S3 or Cloudflare R2), push notifications (OneSignal or FCM), and background workers. Developers report managing 4-6 separate services with Hasura at the center. SashiDo provides MongoDB with auto-generated GraphQL, plus authentication, push notifications, file storage, cloud functions, background jobs, and REST API. One platform, one dashboard, one bill. See our features.
MongoDB Flexibility vs Postgres Schemas
Hasura requires Postgres with rigid schemas and migrations. Every field change needs ALTER TABLE, migration scripts, and downtime risk. Great for relational data (invoices, inventory), less ideal for flexible user profiles, content, or social data. SashiDo uses MongoDB with schemaless documents. Add fields anytime, no migrations. Change data structure as you iterate. Perfect for rapid prototyping, mobile apps, and evolving products. Check our documentation.
Lower Total Cost - $5/mo vs $50-150/mo
Hasura Cloud ($0-99/mo) + Supabase Postgres ($25/mo) + Clerk Auth ($25/mo) + S3 storage = $50-150/mo before scaling. Enterprise Hasura starts at $299/mo. SashiDo includes database, auth, push, storage, GraphQL, and functions from $4.95/mo. At scale, SashiDo costs $25-50/mo vs Hasura stack $150-500/mo. One service, one bill, lower cost. See our transparent pricing.
Push Notifications + Background Jobs Included
Hasura doesn't provide push notifications or background jobs. You need OneSignal ($79-6,000/mo), FCM (DIY setup), or Pusher for push. Background jobs require separate worker services (Heroku Workers, AWS Lambda, or cron servers). SashiDo includes push notifications for iOS, Android, and Web, plus Cloud Jobs and scheduled tasks. No extra services, no separate billing.
Real Human Support vs Community Discord
Hasura Cloud free tier has community support (Discord, GitHub). Paid tiers get email support. Enterprise gets dedicated support. Developers report "slow responses" on non-trivial issues. SashiDo provides real-human support from Parse Server experts within 1 business day (often 8-12 hours) on all plans. No enterprise tier required. We've been running Parse Server since 2016.
Simpler Stack. Fewer Moving Parts.
Hasura stack: Hasura GraphQL Engine + Postgres (Supabase/AWS RDS) + Auth (Clerk/Auth0) + Storage (S3/R2) + Push (OneSignal/FCM) + Worker (Lambda/Heroku). That's 6 services to configure, monitor, and pay for. SashiDo stack: SashiDo. One service with database, GraphQL, REST, auth, push, storage, functions, and jobs. Fewer dashboards, fewer bills, fewer points of failure.
Is Hasura right for you?
Hasura is an excellent GraphQL engine trusted by teams at Atlassian, GitLab, and Netflix, with powerful features like permissions, remote schemas, and event triggers. It's best suited for teams already invested in Postgres who need instant GraphQL APIs. However, developers report complexity: managing separate services for database, auth, storage, and push, costs of $50-150/mo for basic stack (Hasura + Postgres + Auth + Storage), community-only support on free tier, and Postgres lock-in with migration overhead. Many choose SashiDo for all-in-one BaaS from $4.95/mo, MongoDB flexibility with GraphQL, included push notifications and background jobs, real-human support, and simpler architecture with fewer services to manage.
Choose SashiDo over Hasura if you:
Common Questions
How is SashiDo's GraphQL different from Hasura's?
Both auto-generate GraphQL from your database schema. Hasura generates from Postgres tables and relationships. SashiDo generates from Parse classes (MongoDB collections). Hasura is more powerful for complex relational queries (joins, nested selects). SashiDo is simpler for document data (user profiles, content, social). Hasura is GraphQL-only. SashiDo provides GraphQL AND REST APIs. Choose based on your data model. Check our documentation for GraphQL examples.
Do I need Postgres with Hasura or can I use MongoDB?
Hasura requires Postgres (or SQL Server, BigQuery). No MongoDB support. If you want MongoDB flexibility, you need SashiDo. If you need relational data with foreign keys and joins, Hasura + Postgres works well. Most mobile apps and SaaS products thrive on MongoDB's schemaless documents without migration overhead.
How much does Hasura + Postgres + Auth cost compared to SashiDo?
Hasura Cloud: $0-99/mo (free tier limited). Supabase Postgres: $25/mo. Clerk Auth: $25/mo. S3 storage: $5-20/mo. Total: $55-150/mo minimum. SashiDo includes MongoDB, GraphQL, auth, storage, push, and functions from $4.95/mo. At scale: Hasura Enterprise $299/mo + Postgres $50-200/mo = $350-500/mo vs SashiDo $25-100/mo. See our transparent pricing.
Can I migrate from Hasura + Postgres to SashiDo?
Yes, but requires data conversion. Postgres relational data needs mapping to MongoDB documents. We provide migration support assistance for schema design, data export/import, and GraphQL query updates. Professional migration support available (paid) or self-service with docs (free). Most migrations take 3-5 days depending on schema complexity.
Does SashiDo support real-time subscriptions like Hasura?
Yes! SashiDo provides LiveQueries (WebSocket subscriptions) for real-time data updates. Subscribe to Parse queries, receive instant updates when data changes. Similar to Hasura's GraphQL subscriptions but works with MongoDB. LiveQueries are included from $4.95/mo, no extra fees.
What if I only need GraphQL and already have Postgres?
Stick with Hasura. If you're invested in Postgres and only need GraphQL layer, Hasura excels at that specific job. Choose SashiDo if you want MongoDB flexibility, need push notifications and background jobs included, or want all-in-one BaaS instead of stitching together multiple services. Different tools for different needs.
Companies that chose SashiDo
Here's what developers are saying about building with SashiDo
Vlad
iOS Dev @ producthunt.com
Focus on the product, SashiDo handle the rest.
Kasper Tornoe
CEO @ swipesapp.com
Great support team!
Finn Larsen
Co-founder and CTO @ mustache.dk
It's really simple for both migration and new projects.
Karl Dunkelman
Production Manager @ lightmaker.com
to fit the needs of a variety of mobile applications that we build at Lightmaker.
Faisal Shah
Technical lead @ merchantaccountsolutions.com
Their File Migration Tool was the core reason I got hooked up with them immediately.
They Know their STUFF!
Vlad
iOS Dev @ producthunt.com
Focus on the product, SashiDo handle the rest.
Kasper Tornoe
CEO @ swipesapp.com
Great support team!
Finn Larsen
Co-founder and CTO @ mustache.dk
It's really simple for both migration and new projects.
Karl Dunkelman
Production Manager @ lightmaker.com
to fit the needs of a variety of mobile applications that we build at Lightmaker.
Faisal Shah
Technical lead @ merchantaccountsolutions.com
Their File Migration Tool was the core reason I got hooked up with them immediately.
They Know their STUFF!
Muhamad Jawdat Akoum
Technical Manager and Software Engineer @ mojo-tribe.com
Sashido gives priority to its clients and their needs.
They are very active and responsive to their tickets, hence they are continuously improving.
Scott Carr
CEO & Co-Founder @ scancandyapp.com
I strongly urge you to move to SashiDo. They truly care about your business.
Claes Jacobsson
Founder @ lookmark.io
and has been running like clockwork for our users around the globe ever since.
The support team is super responsive!
Emre Memis
Mobile Developer @ Sayko, Inc.
especially for mobile application developers!
Thanks SashiDo!
Muhamad Jawdat Akoum
Technical Manager and Software Engineer @ mojo-tribe.com
Sashido gives priority to its clients and their needs.
They are very active and responsive to their tickets, hence they are continuously improving.
Scott Carr
CEO & Co-Founder @ scancandyapp.com
I strongly urge you to move to SashiDo. They truly care about your business.
Claes Jacobsson
Founder @ lookmark.io
and has been running like clockwork for our users around the globe ever since.
The support team is super responsive!
Emre Memis
Mobile Developer @ Sayko, Inc.
especially for mobile application developers!
Thanks SashiDo!
Ready to Try SashiDo?
Join 700+ companies building scalable apps with Parse Server on SashiDo
Start in Minutes
Get up and running fast.
Create your Parse Server app in minutes. Simple dashboard, clear documentation, and no complex cloud configuration needed.
10-Day Free Trial
Try before you commit.
Full access to all features for 10 days. No credit card required. See if SashiDo is the right fit for your project.
60-Day Guarantee
Risk-free switch.
If SashiDo doesn't meet your needs, we'll refund your subscription, no questions asked.