Xano
Xano is the no-code backend: scalable PostgreSQL database plus visual API builder behind frontends like FlutterFlow or Webflow.
Xano is a Backend-as-a-Service for the no-code stack: a PostgreSQL database, a visual API builder, and user authentication, all without server setup. It's the standard backend for frontends built with FlutterFlow, WeWeb, or Webflow. It can be hosted in various regions, including Europe if desired.
Typical setup: A FlutterFlow app provides the customer experience, while Xano handles data and business logic, such as bookings, subscriptions, or roles. Its strength lies in the visual Function Stack — allowing even non-developers to build understandable API logic step-by-step. Version 2.0 introduced AI support for backend development.
Supabase offers similar features at the code level, is more affordable and open source, but requires SQL and developer knowledge. Xano's weakness is vendor lock-in: your entire business logic resides within a proprietary platform, making a later migration complex.
It's ideal for no-code teams who need a robust backend for FlutterFlow or Webflow without hiring developers. Those who can code will find Supabase more flexible and cost-effective.
Functions
- Complete Backend, No Server Administration, No Code
- Visual Function Stack: Business Logic as Clickable Steps Instead of Scripts
- Scaling via Plan Upgrade Instead of Infrastructure Rebuild
- AI Assistance for Building Endpoints Since Version 2.0
- Dedicated Instances and Region Selection in Higher Plans, Relevant for Data Privacy
Core Functions
- PostgreSQL database with visual management
- No-code API builder for REST endpoints with custom logic
- Built-in authentication, roles, and token management
- Background tasks, cron jobs, and webhooks
- Integration with frontends like FlutterFlow, Webflow, WeWeb, or Bubble.io
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