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Better Auth vs Clerk
How the two compare on license, platforms and what the community thinks.
Key differences
- Better Auth is open source; Clerk is freemium.
- Only Better Auth is available on Self-hosted.
| Feature | Better Auth | Clerk |
|---|---|---|
| What it is | TypeScript auth library | Drop-in auth for modern apps |
| License | Open source | Freemium |
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| Self-hosted | ||
| Rating | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Alternatives listed | 0 | 3 |
| Page views | 101 | 85 |
About Better Auth
Framework-agnostic authentication you run in your own app. Sessions, organizations and plugins without a hosted lock-in.
About Clerk
Hosted sign-in, organisations and user management with React components. Fast to ship, billed per MAU.