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Deploy your Next.js applications to a managed Docker platform. Run your app as a standard Node.js container with full control. No serverless cold starts.

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# docker-compose.yml
services:
  web:
    image: my-next-app
    environment:
      - NODE_ENV=production
      - DATABASE_URL=${DATABASE_URL}
  db:
    image: postgres:16
    volumes:
      - db_data:/var/lib/postgresql/data
  • 🇪🇺 Hosted in Germany, GDPR by default
  • 🐳 Run Docker apps (Compose supported)
  • 🗄️ Built-in MySQL, Postgres, Redis & volumes
  • 🔐 HTTPS, metrics, and isolation per project
  • 💳 Per-project cost tracking · from €2.5/month

What "Next.js hosting" means today

Next.js is often associated with Vercel and serverless deployment. However, Next.js is also a powerful Node.js framework that can run as a standard long-running process in a Docker container.

Serverless vs. Containerized

Serverless platforms split your app into tiny functions. This is great for scaling to zero, but can introduce "cold starts" and limits on execution time. Containerized hosting runs your Next.js app as a single, always-on server. This is ideal for consistent performance, WebSockets, and background tasks.

The "Standalone" Output

Next.js includes a feature specifically for Docker hosting: output: 'standalone'. This automatically traces dependencies and creates a minimal build folder that includes only what is necessary to run your app, drastically reducing Docker image sizes.

How Next.js apps are typically hosted

When hosting Next.js outside of Vercel, the architecture is standard and robust:

  • Docker Container: The app runs in a container using the node server.js command generated by the standalone build.
  • Database Separation: The app connects to a managed PostgreSQL or MySQL database service.
  • Environment Variables: Secrets and public variables (NEXT_PUBLIC_...) are injected at runtime or build time.
  • Persistent Storage: If your app handles user uploads (e.g. to /public/uploads), you mount a volume to persist these files.

Next.js hosting on Hostim.dev

We provide a managed platform that maps directly to the standard Docker architecture.

Docker or Git Deploy

Push your code or a pre-built Docker image. We handle the build and deployment process automatically.

Built-in Databases

Spin up managed PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Redis instances alongside your app with a single click or line in your compose file.

Persistent Volumes

Mount volumes for your uploads or local database files. Data persists across deployments and restarts.

EU Hosting

All data and workloads are hosted in Germany (Falkenstein), ensuring low latency for European users and GDPR compliance.

Is there free Next.js hosting?

Vercel and Netlify offer generous free tiers, which are excellent for hobby projects and static sites. However, they come with limits:

  • Cold Starts: Serverless functions can take seconds to wake up.
  • Vendor Lock-in: Relying on platform-specific features (like Vercel KV or Edge Config) makes it hard to migrate later.
  • Bandwidth Limits: High traffic can lead to unexpected bills or throttling.

Hostim.dev offers a preview tier for testing, but our focus is on reliable, paid production hosting with predictable pricing for businesses that want full control.

Next.js web hosting vs. App hosting

Web Hosting (Static/Serverless): Best for content-heavy sites, blogs, and marketing pages. Vercel excels here.

App Hosting (Containerized): Best for complex web applications, SaaS platforms, and internal tools. This is where you need a long-running Node.js process, custom background workers, or direct database connections. This is what Hostim.dev provides.

Is Hostim.dev a good fit?

Who it is for

  • Developers who want to deploy Next.js using Docker (output: 'standalone').
  • Teams needing EU-based hosting for GDPR compliance.
  • Projects requiring a simple, flat pricing model.
  • Applications that need persistent storage and managed databases.

Who it is not for

  • Users who want "zero-config" serverless deployment (use Vercel).
  • Purely static sites that don't need a backend.
  • Developers who heavily rely on Vercel-specific proprietary features.

How to host a Next.js app

The practical workflow on a container-based platform.

  • Create a project: A project groups your Next.js app, databases, and storage in an isolated environment.
  • Add managed services: Create a PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Redis service if your app requires persistence or caching.
  • Prepare your container: Configure output: 'standalone' in next.config.js. Create a Dockerfile that copies the standalone folder and starts the server with node server.js.
  • Create the app: Create an app from your Docker image or Git repo, then attach the database and any volumes it needs.
  • Configure environment variables: Define values likeNODE_ENV, NEXT_PUBLIC_API_URL, and database connection strings in the dashboard.
  • Deploy and update: Hostim starts the container and keeps it running. Updates are done by redeploying or rebuilding the app, either manually or via CI.

How much does Next.js hosting cost?

Compare Next.js hosting on Hostim, Heroku, Railway, Vercel and the major cloud providers. Move the sliders to match your workload.

A standalone Next.js container runs comfortably in 512 MB. Most apps pull a small Postgres for sessions/data; bandwidth grows with image traffic.

Managed app platforms (PaaS)

Push code or a Docker image; the platform handles ops.

Provider
Compute
Database
Egress
Total / mo
HostimRecommendedBare-metal in Germany. Bandwidth included, no egress fees.
€3
€1
—
€4/mo
Deploy on Hostim
HerokuUS-only by default; EU region is enterprise-tier.No metered egress on listed plans.
€6
€5
—
€11/mo
Visit Heroku
RailwayUsage-based: bills RAM, vCPU, storage and egress separately.EU region available; data stays in chosen region.
€14
€14
€9
€37/mo
Visit Railway
VercelServerless model — RAM is not billed directly; cold starts apply.Bandwidth included up to 1 TB on Pro; over that is $0.40/GB.
€18
€23
—
€41/mo
Visit Vercel

Cloud / raw VM (IaaS)

Cheaper per resource, but you operate the OS, deploys and backups yourself.

Provider
Compute
Database
Egress
Total / mo
AWSCheapestRaw VM + RDS — you operate the OS, patches, deploys and backups.Add ~10–20 hours/month of ops time, not priced in.
€7
€12
—
€19/mo
Visit AWS
AzureRaw VM + Azure DB — you operate the OS, patches and deploys.EU regions priced as listed; reservations can lower compute ~30%.
€7
€22
—
€29/mo
Visit Azure
Google CloudRaw VM + Cloud SQL — you operate the OS, deploys and backups.Egress free tier is just 1 GB; budget carefully for image-heavy apps.
€13
€9
€11
€32/mo
Visit Google Cloud

Estimates based on each provider's published list prices, normalised to EUR at $1 = €0.92. Excludes VAT. Compute, database and egress are modelled with the assumptions you can read in the source. Numbers refresh with the page footer's "Last verified" date (2026-05-25). Pricing changes — always cross-check on the provider's own page before committing.

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Frequently asked questions

Can I host a Next.js app on Hostim?

Yes. Build a Dockerfile around `next start` (the standalone output keeps the image small) and Hostim runs it as a long-lived container. SSR, ISR, API routes and middleware all work.

How does Hostim differ from Vercel for Next.js?

Hostim runs Next.js as a single long-lived container with flat per-app pricing. There are no per-invocation function fees and no bandwidth surcharges. EU residency is the default, not an extra option.

Does Hostim support ISR and on-demand revalidation?

Yes. ISR works because the container is long-lived. On-demand revalidation works via the standard Next.js API. For multi-replica setups, point the cache at a shared store.

How much does Next.js hosting cost on Hostim?

A typical Next.js deployment on Hostim is one app container plus one managed database. The app starts at €2.50/month and the database is free on the included tier, so a small production stack runs from €2.50/month.

Where is my Next.js app hosted?

In Germany. Hostim apps and databases run on bare-metal servers in Falkenstein, with no AWS, GCP or Azure dependency — so data stays in the EU and GDPR compliance stays simple.