An unofficial Flutter plugin that enables integration with MongoDB Realm, a serverless platform for managing data, authentication, and cloud functions. It allows Flutter apps to securely connect to MongoDB Realm services, perform real-time data synchronization, and manage user authentication. The plugin supports Android, iOS, and Web platforms, making it suitable for cross-platform applications requiring backend functionality without self-hosting. Developers can leverage Realm's flexible data models and real-time capabilities directly within their Flutter apps.
Use cases
- Real-time data sync in mobile apps
- User authentication with MongoDB Realm
- Cloud-based data storage for Flutter apps
- Serverless backend integration
- Offline-first app development
Key features
- Supports real-time data synchronization
- Built-in user authentication
- Cross-platform compatibility (Android, iOS, Web)
- Easy integration with MongoDB Realm services
- Unofficial but actively maintained
Suitable for
- Flutter developers needing serverless backend
- Apps requiring real-time data updates
- Projects using MongoDB as primary database
- Developers avoiding custom backend infrastructure
- Prototyping or MVP development with minimal backend setup
Considerations
- Unofficial plugin – not officially supported by MongoDB
- Limited documentation compared to official tools
- Potential for breaking changes between versions
- Requires MongoDB Realm account and configuration
- May need additional error handling for production use