Darmi Cloud vs Heroku
Heroku popularized git-push deployment, but it removed its free tier in 2022 and pricing adds up quickly with dynos and add-ons. Darmi Cloud brings back a genuine free tier, flat pricing, and the option to self-host.
Darmi Cloud vs Heroku, feature by feature
An honest side-by-side. Where Heroku leads, we say so below.
| Feature | Darmi Cloud | Heroku |
|---|---|---|
| Deploy from GitHub | ||
| Any framework via Docker | ||
| Self-hostable on your own VPS | ||
| Free tier | Removed in 2022 | |
| Pricing model | Flat €0 / €15 / €39 per month | Dyno hours + paid add-ons |
| Buy & connect domains in-app | Connect only | |
| Live logs & metrics | ||
| One-click rollback |
Where Darmi Cloud stands out
A real free tier
Deploy a project on a free HTTPS subdomain with auto-deploy on push — the free workflow Heroku retired.
Flat, add-on-free pricing
No stacking dyno costs and paid add-ons. Simple monthly plans instead.
Self-hostable
Run the platform on your own VPS for full control — impossible with Heroku.
When Heroku is the better choice
Heroku is the better choice if you rely on its mature add-on marketplace (managed databases, third-party services) and enterprise features, or your team already has deep Heroku tooling and buildpacks in place.
Darmi Cloud vs Heroku — FAQ
Does Darmi Cloud have a free tier like old Heroku?
Yes. The Free plan deploys one project on an automatic HTTPS subdomain with auto-deploy on every push — the kind of free workflow Heroku removed in 2022.
Is Darmi Cloud cheaper than Heroku?
For most small apps, yes — flat plans avoid Heroku's stacking dyno and add-on costs. Heroku may still win if you depend heavily on its add-on ecosystem.
Can I self-host Darmi Cloud?
Yes, on any VPS with Docker. Heroku is managed-only.
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