// comparison
Render vs. Fly.io Launch
pricing checked June 2026
Cheaper start
$5/mo
Run full-stack apps and Postgres on a global edge network of micro-VMs.
- Best for: devs wanting global-by-default Docker deploys
- Model: custom
Pricing math
Fly.io Launch is 29% cheaper than Render on starting plans — roughly $2/mo · $24/yr per seat.
Formula: monthly = pricier − cheaper · percent = round((monthly / pricier) × 100) · annual = monthly × 12
Verdict
Pick Fly.io Launch if you're devs wanting global-by-default docker deploys. Pick Render if you're devs wanting a heroku-style platform.
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Caveats
- Render: Per-service pricing adds up for many services
- Fly.io Launch: No always-free tier as of late 2024
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Prices change often — verify on the vendor's site before switching.