Vercel
Frontend and serverless deployment
Next.js, preview deploys and global delivery$0-20/mo
HOSTING COMPARISON
Vercel vs Render
Choose by runtime, ownership and operations — not by homepage slogans.
Render
Managed web services and databases
Traditional web services, workers and cron$0-25/mo
Key Differences
| Factor | Vercel | Render |
|---|---|---|
| Runtime | Frontend and serverless deployment | Managed web services and databases |
| Best for | Next.js, preview deploys and global delivery | Traditional web services, workers and cron |
| Starting price | $0-20/mo | $0-25/mo |
Decision Framework
Choose Vercel if you need next.js, preview deploys and global delivery. Choose Render if you need traditional web services, workers and cron.