Fly.io
Run apps close to users on a global edge
Usage-based
Strengths
- Machines can run in many regions
- Fits latency-sensitive APIs
Limits
- The bill is usage-based, so it is harder to cap
- You still manage app config and regions
Vendor pricing
Alternatives
Railway
Deploy a small service from a repo with little setup
Usage-based
Strengths
- Fast path from a repo to a running service
- Databases and apps live in one project
Limits
- Usage billing can jump when a service stays busy
- Less control than a VPS
Vendor pricing
Alternatives