Fly.io vs Heroku
Managed App Platforms
Fly.io
Deploy full apps close to users across a global edge network
Pricing: Free allowance / usage-based
Pros
- Deploys apps across multiple regions close to users
- Good fit for apps needing low global latency
Cons
- Steeper learning curve than Render or Railway
Heroku
The original PaaS — buildpacks, add-ons, and a mature ecosystem
Pricing: From $5/mo
Pros
- Huge library of mature add-ons and integrations
- Long track record and extensive documentation
Cons
- Pricier than newer platform competitors for similar resources