Fully Managed
We handle the infrastructure, OS updates, and security.
Why switch from Self-Hosted Coolify?
Stop worrying about server updates, security patches, and backups.
Zero Setup
No need to provision a VPS or install scripts. Just deploy.
Built-in High Availability
Redundant storage and automated failover options.
EU Data Residency
Hosted on compliant infrastructure in Germany.
Instant Databases
Managed Postgres, MySQL, and Redis with one click.
Predictable Costs
No hidden VPS transfer fees or storage costs.
Hostim.dev vs. Coolify
Managed convenience vs. Self-hosted control.
| Feature | Hostim.dev | Coolify (Self-Hosted) |
|---|---|---|
| Management | ✅ Fully Managed | ❌ You manage the VPS |
| Setup Time | ✅ Instant | ❌ Minutes to Hours |
| Server Updates | ✅ Automatic | ❌ Manual |
| Backups | ✅ Automated | ⚠️ Config required |
| Support | ✅ Dedicated Support | ⚠️ Community only |
| Region | 🇩🇪 Germany (EU) | 🌍 Depends on your VPS |
Comparisons
See how Hostim compares.
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Coolify vs Hostim: the numbers
Self-hosted on your own server against a managed platform, priced at August 2026 rates.
€2.50/month
Hostim entry app plan
Plan sa-1-1: 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM. Nothing else to rent — the platform is the price.
€5.99/month
Cheapest server that runs Coolify well
Hetzner CX23 (2 vCPU, 4 GB) at €5.49 plus €0.50 for the IPv4 address. Coolify itself is free.
+144%
Hetzner CPX22 price change, 15 June 2026
€7.99 to €19.49 per month. Self-hosting moves your cost risk from a platform to a hardware supplier.
€0
Managed database free tier
PostgreSQL 256 MB, MySQL 256 MB, Redis 128 MB, volume 1 GB. No cap on how many free instances you create.
Included on every plan
Database high availability
PostgreSQL and MySQL run as a primary plus hot standby with automatic failover, shared plans included.
Unlimited apps per box
Where Coolify wins
One server runs as many containers as it fits, at a fixed price, with root access and no per-app fee.
“And every time, something goes wrong – ports left open, SSL renewal fails, or a config breaks after an update.”
— Hostim.dev blog, “From VPS to PaaS”
Sources
- Hostim.dev price list — Hostim.dev (checked 2026-08-06)
- Price adjustment notice (15 June 2026) — Hetzner (checked 2026-08-06)
- What does 'hello world' actually cost on AWS vs bare metal? — Hostim.dev blog, August 2026 (checked 2026-08-06)
- Coolify documentation — Coolify (checked 2026-08-06)
- Managed PostgreSQL — high availability and failover — Hostim.dev docs (checked 2026-08-06)
Frequently asked questions
Is Hostim a managed Coolify alternative?
Yes. Both deploy Docker apps from a dashboard, but Coolify runs on a VPS you manage. Hostim runs the cluster, the OS updates, the security patches and the backups for you. The deploy experience is similar; the operations work is not.
How does Hostim pricing compare to running Coolify on a VPS?
Coolify itself is free but you pay for the VPS (€5–20/month) and absorb the operations. Hostim apps start at €2.50/month with a free database tier — for one small app the cost is roughly equal, without VPS upkeep.
Does Hostim accept Docker Compose files?
Yes. Paste a Compose YAML and Hostim creates the apps, databases and volumes from it. Coolify supports Compose too, but only on the VPS you operate.
Where is Hostim hosted?
On bare-metal servers in Germany. With Coolify, the host is whatever VPS you choose — keeping data in the EU is up to you.
Does Hostim include managed databases?
Yes. PostgreSQL, MySQL and Redis are managed services with backups. On Coolify they run as containers on your VPS, and backups are your responsibility.
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