CloudKit
6.4#15 in mobile databasesFree planFree planiOSWebAPImacOS
VisitCloudKit vs Firestore
What both publish
| Fact | CloudKit | Firestore |
|---|---|---|
| Data model | CloudKit organizes app data into containers with public, private, and shared databases. | Firestore is a flexible, scalable JSON database for mobile, web, and server development. |
| Integrations | CloudKit automation supports integration tests from Xcode or a CI system, and CKTool JS can be embedded in developer tools. | The product page names Google AI Studio, remote MCP, LangChain, and LlamaIndex integrations for building generative AI applications. |
CloudKit plans
- CloudKitFree
Firestore plans
- Standard edition — document reads—
- Standard edition — document writes—
- Standard edition — document deletes—
- Standard edition — stored data—
- Free quotaFree
- Standard edition pay-as-you-go$0.03 a month
Pick CloudKit if…
CloudKit suits developers building apps that store structured app and user data in iCloud. It also fits teams that need synchronization across Apple platforms and the web.
Pick Firestore if…
Firestore suits developers building AI, web, or mobile applications who need a managed document database. It is also relevant to teams needing real-time client updates or offline syncing.