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Dokploy vs Vercel

Self-host swap-in for Vercel. · Self-host Vercel · Dokploy on os-alt

Dokploy is one of the open-source self-host replacements for Vercel — license Apache-2.0, 10min docker-compose to stand up, and $10 vps for the controller. Compare against Vercel's Free hobby; $20/seat/mo Pro plus usage-based bandwidth/builds below.

Dokployopen-sourceVercelpaid SaaS
CategoryFrontend hosting / serverless deployFrontend hosting / serverless deploy
License / pricingApache-2.0Free hobby; $20/seat/mo Pro plus usage-based bandwidth/builds
Starting price$0 self-host$20/user/mo
GitHubDokploy/dokploy ★ 34.0k · last commit todayaliveclosed source
Setup time10min docker-composeSaaS — sign up + bill
Monthly cost$10 VPS for the controller.from $20/user/mo (Free hobby; $20/seat/mo Pro plus usage-based bandwidth/builds)

Switching from Vercel to Dokploy

Add Application → Git provider → repo. Auto-deploy on push works once you add a webhook. Pull env from Vercel: `vercel env pull` → import the .env into Dokploy.

Good fit for
Teams that want a Coolify alternative with a slightly different UX.
Weak at
Younger project; smaller community.

Other open-source self-host alternatives to Vercel

  • Coolify
    Apache-2.010min (single-line bash installer)$10 VPS for the controller + however much you need for the apps it runs.
  • OpenNext
    MIT15min (build adapter; deploy target is your choice)$0 framework cost; pay for whatever cloud you target (AWS, Cloudflare, etc.

In a terminal? npx os-alt vercel prints Vercel's self-host options — how the CLI works →

FAQ

Is Dokploy a free alternative to Vercel?

Yes — Dokploy is open source under Apache-2.0. Self-host cost: $10 VPS for the controller.. Vercel starts at $20/user/mo (Free hobby; $20/seat/mo Pro plus usage-based bandwidth/builds).

How long does Dokploy take to set up vs Vercel?

Self-hosting Dokploy: 10min docker-compose. Vercel is a hosted SaaS — sign up and you're in.

What is Dokploy good at, and what is it weak at?

Good fit for: Teams that want a Coolify alternative with a slightly different UX.. Weak at: Younger project; smaller community..