Better Auth vs NextAuth: Why We Switched
Type safety shouldn't be an afterthought.
TL;DR
We switched from NextAuth to Better Auth because NextAuth v5 lacks strict type safety and edge compatibility. Better Auth offers a superior plugin ecosystem (2FA, Passkeys) and full control over your database schema.
Feature Showdown
| Feature | Better Auth | NextAuth v5 |
|---|---|---|
| Type Safety | First-Class | Loose / Any |
| Plugin System | Robust (2FA, Passkeys) | Limited |
| Database Control | Full Schema Ownership | Opinionated Adapters |
| Edge Support | Native | Requires Workarounds |
The Problem with NextAuth v5
NextAuth has served us well, but v5's edge compatibility issues and loose typing made it a headache for complex SaaS apps. We needed something that felt like it was built for TypeScript first.
Enter Better Auth
Better Auth offers a plugin system that actually works. We use it for Two-Factor Authentication, Session Management, and even integrating with Dodo Payments. The schema is defined in your database, giving you full control.
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