GraphQL Subscriptions for Real-time Apps in 2025
August 28, 202411 min readBy VIBEBUFF Team
GraphQLSubscriptionsReal-timeApollo
Build real-time features with GraphQL subscriptions. Compare Apollo, Hasura implementations.
Real-time with GraphQL
GraphQL subscriptions enable real-time data updates over WebSockets.
Implementation Options
- Apollo Server: Full control with graphql-ws
- Hasura: Managed subscriptions out of the box
- Pusher/Ably: Third-party real-time with GraphQL
Best Practices
- Filter at the server to reduce bandwidth
- Handle reconnection gracefully
- Use Redis PubSub for multiple servers
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