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Netlify vs Render

The OG Jamstack host meets heroku replacement. Here's our take.

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Netlify

The OG Jamstack host. Solid but Vercel has the edge.

Netlify

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The OG Jamstack host. Solid but Vercel has the edge.

Pros

  • +Great free tier
  • +Form handling
  • +Split testing
  • +Mature platform

Cons

  • -Slower builds
  • -Less Next.js focus
  • -DX slightly behind

Render

Heroku replacement. Solid all-rounder, nothing flashy.

Pros

  • +Predictable pricing
  • +Managed databases
  • +Background workers

Cons

  • -Slower deploys
  • -Less innovation
  • -Basic DX

The Verdict

Use Netlify if: You want great free tier and can live with slower builds.

Use Render if: You prioritize predictable pricing over what Netlify offers.

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The Bottom Line
Netlify wins

The OG Jamstack host. Solid but Vercel has the edge.

Try Netlify →Try Render →

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