Heroku Alternative
Modern Heroku alternative without the legacy pricing
Looking for a Heroku Alternative?
Heroku pioneered platform-as-a-service but became expensive and stagnant. CreateOS revives the spirit of simple deployment with modern infrastructure: deploy any stack with git push, get managed databases and message queues included, and monetize your templates in our marketplace. No dyno sizing, no add-on bills, no surprises.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | CreateOS | Heroku |
|---|---|---|
| Free | $0 | Eco at $5/month |
| Templates | 150+ | 50K+ |
| Deploy Time | 10min | 70% Creator Revenue |
CreateOS vs Heroku: Feature Comparison
| Feature | CreateOS | Heroku |
|---|---|---|
| Git Push Deploy | Yes | Yes |
| Managed Databases | Included | Add-on costs |
| Background Workers | Yes | Limited |
| Free Tier | Yes | Removed |
| Template Marketplace | Yes | No |
| Flat Pricing | Yes | No |
| Modern Frameworks | All modern stacks | Limited |
| GPU Support | Yes | No |
| Kafka/Redis | Included | Expensive add-ons |
Pricing Comparison
CreateOS Recommended:
Free $0, Beginner $10/mo, Pro $75/mo with 500+ credits
No per-seat fees, no surprise bandwidth charges
Heroku:
Eco at $5/month, Basic at $7/dyno, Standard at $25/dyno
Migrate from Heroku
Follow these steps to move your project to CreateOS:
- Export your Heroku app configuration.
- Sign up for CreateOS.
- Connect your Git repository.
- Migrate your database (pg_dump + pg_restore).
- Update environment variables.
- Deploy and update DNS records.
Heroku Alternative FAQ
Is CreateOS a good Heroku replacement?
Yes, CreateOS supports the same git-push deployment workflow Heroku pioneered. We support all major languages and frameworks, with managed databases and services included rather than expensive add-ons.
Does CreateOS have a free tier like old Heroku?
Yes! Unlike Heroku which removed their free tier, CreateOS offers a free plan with 1 project, 30 build minutes, and a 15-day database trial. Perfect for hobby projects and MVPs.
How do I migrate my Heroku Postgres database?
Export your Heroku database using pg_dump, then import into CreateOS PostgreSQL using pg_restore. Our documentation includes step-by-step migration guides.
Why Choose CreateOS Over Heroku?
Miss the old Heroku? CreateOS brings back simple PaaS deployment with modern features: template marketplace, flat pricing, and no dyno headaches.
CreateOS provides a unified execution environment for modern builders. Beyond deployment, you get access to a template marketplace where you can earn 70% revenue, an app store for distributing finished applications, and AI-assisted development tools. All with predictable flat pricing — no surprises.