Boring Database vs Business Class: Head-to-Head Comparison
Choosing between Boring Database and Business Class? We've compared both boilerplates across pricing, features, tech stack, and more. Boring Database is $9 cheaper, but pricing isn't everything. Let's dive into the details.
Boring Database
Ready made repository with everything you need to launch a niche data as a service product.
Business Class
Business Class: SaaS template with built-in subscriptions, SEO-optimized blog, and Kamal deployment for quick launches.
Boring Database Tech Stack
Remix 
Fly.io 
Stripe Business Class Tech Stack
Ruby on Rails 
Tailwind Stripe 
Paddle | Comparison | Boring Database | Business Class |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $160 | $169 |
| Auth | ✓ | ✓ |
| Payments | ✓ | ✓ |
| ✓ | — | |
| Landing Page | ✓ | — |
| Tables | ✓ | — |
| Blog | — | ✓ |
| Deployment | — | ✓ |
Which Should You Choose?
Choose Boring Database if you prioritize Auth and Email. Choose Business Class if Auth and Blog are more important to your project.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between Boring Database and Business Class?
Boring Database costs $160 and includes 5 features. Business Class costs $169 and includes 4 features. Boring Database uniquely offers Email, Landing Page, Tables. Business Class uniquely offers Blog, Deployment.
Which is cheaper, Boring Database or Business Class?
Boring Database is cheaper at $160, which is $9 less than Business Class ($169).
Do Boring Database and Business Class use the same tech stack?
Yes, both share Stripe in common. Boring Database uses Remix, Fly.io exclusively, while Business Class uses Ruby on Rails, Tailwind, Paddle exclusively.
Which has more features, Boring Database or Business Class?
Boring Database has more features (5 vs 4). See the feature matrix above for the full breakdown.
Should I choose Boring Database or Business Class?
Choose Boring Database if you need Auth and Email and prefer its tech stack. Choose Business Class if Auth and Blog are higher priorities. If price is the deciding factor, Boring Database is $$9 cheaper.