Tinybird is a real-time backend platform that transforms raw data into fast, scalable APIs using familiar SQL. It ingests data from multiple sources, processes it using pipes, and publishes it as RESTful endpoints�all in a collaborative workspace. It�s ideal for teams who need to ship real-time features or analytics dashboards with minimal infra overhead.
Performance Score
A+
Content/Output Quality
API-Ready, Millisecond Latency
Interface
Dev-Centric SQL Workspace
AI Technology
- Real-Time Query Engine
- Data Pipe Orchestration
Purpose of Tool
Turn data into fast APIs using SQL
Compatibility
Web Platform + CLI + GitHub Integration
Pricing
Free Tier + Paid Plans from $69/month
Who is Best for Using Tinybird?
- Data Engineers: Build and deploy real-time APIs without spinning up infra.
- Product Teams: Power in-app analytics, leaderboards, or dashboards with live data.
- BI Developers: Replace clunky BI tools with custom, fast pipelines.
- SaaS Builders: Launch data-driven features with production-ready endpoints.
- FinTech & IoT Firms: Stream large volumes of data with ultra-low latency.
SQL-Based API Generation
Real-Time Data Ingestion
ClickHouse Under the Hood
Collaborative Data Workspace
Rate Limiting & Auth Options
GitHub and CLI Deployment
Scalable API Infrastructure
Stream and Batch Support
Usage Analytics
Is Tinybird Free?
Yes, Tinybird offers a generous free tier with limited usage quotas. Paid plans unlock higher throughput, team features, and priority support.
Tinybird Pricing Plans
- Free Plan: Up to 10 million rows/month, 1GB monthly egress, 1 project & 3 users, basic AI tools.
- Pro Plan � $69/month: Higher limits and scaling, multiple projects, role-based access, Slack + email support.
Tinybird Pros & Cons
Lightning-fast API performance
Uses standard SQL
Ingests streaming + batch data
Great team workflow
Affordable at scale
Requires SQL fluency
Not a full ETL tool
Steeper learning curve for non-devs
No mobile or desktop app
Focused on backend/data use
