No Server Ops
Forget about SSH updates, firewall rules, and disk space.
Why switch from Dokku?
Keep the workflow, lose the server management.
Visual Dashboard
Manage apps, logs, and env vars via a modern UI.
Managed Databases
Production-ready Postgres, MySQL, and Redis.
Team Collaboration
Built for teams, not just single-user servers.
EU Hosting
Compliant infrastructure in Germany (Hetzner).
Instant SSL
Automatic HTTPS for all your domains.
Hostim.dev vs. Dokku
Managed simplicity vs. DIY control.
| Feature | Hostim.dev | Dokku |
|---|---|---|
| Management | ✅ Fully Managed | ❌ Self-Managed VPS |
| Interface | ✅ UI + CLI | ⚠️ CLI Only (mostly) |
| Databases | ✅ Managed Service | ⚠️ Containerized Plugin |
| Multi-Node | ✅ Native Scaling | ❌ Single Node Focus |
| Backups | ✅ Automated | ⚠️ Manual Setup |
| Pricing | Flat Monthly Rate | VPS Cost + Ops Time |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the free tier include?
You can create free MySQL, PostgreSQL, Redis databases, and persistent volumes. App containers start at €2.5/month. Each user gets one 5-day trial project with everything included – apps, DBs, volumes, metrics.
Can I deploy with just a Compose file?
Yes. Paste your Docker Compose YAML and we'll generate the services automatically. You can also deploy from a Dockerfile or Git repository (repo should have Dockerfile so our system can build the image).
Where is my app hosted?
On bare-metal servers located in Germany. We do not use AWS, GCP, or other large cloud providers – your data stays in the EU.
Do I need to know Kubernetes?
No. Hostim.dev removes Kubernetes complexity. You manage apps, databases, and resources – not clusters or YAML.
Is this for solo devs or teams?
Right now, each account manages projects individually. Multi-user roles and team collaboration are planned – we're actively listening to early users to shape this.
Get Started with Hostim.dev
Deploy any Docker image, Git repo, or template instantly. Explore in a free 5-day trial project – no credit card required.