Firebase Cloud Messaging vs Pusher Beams
| Firebase Cloud Messaging | Pusher Beams | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | — |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, api, extension, iOS, Web | api |
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Web push | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile push | Yes | Yes |
| Audience segmentation | Yes | — |
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| Paid from | — | 29 /mo |
| Desktop push | — | No |
| Automation workflows | — | Yes |
| Subscriber limit | — | 10,000 subscribers |
Both are listed in Best Push Notification Software. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Firebase Cloud Messaging scores higher on our published basis.