> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://functional.gitbook.io/database_comparison_report/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://functional.gitbook.io/database_comparison_report/firebase/pros-of-firebase.md).

# Pros of Firebase

**Beginner friendliness.** Firebase can be a great option when there’s little software development expertise available, as it presents an easy-to-use environment to kick off the project.

**Convenient data access.** Both Realtime and Firestore are great options for storing and managing different types of data. There is a Firebase console for easy data access. Being cloud-based and NoSQL, they offer decent flexibility and scalability when the amount of data grows. Moreover, Firebase applications allow for working with responsive applications and keeping data updated even when there’s no Internet connection.

**Top-notch documentation.** The solution comes with well-written documentation that facilitates the work with provided services for all users. It includes guidelines, technical documentation, SDK references, information about integration, and much more. If we get back to the StackOverflow survey, Firebase is the 8th most popular database choice of developers. The size of the product community is significant, which makes it easy to find answers to problems that pop up.