AWS Amplify
Teams already invested in AWS who want integrated hosting with other AWS services like Cognito, AppSync, and DynamoDB.
GitHub Pages
Open source projects, documentation sites, portfolios, and simple static websites that don't need server-side functionality.
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose AWS Amplify
Teams already invested in AWS who want integrated hosting with other AWS services like Cognito, AppSync, and DynamoDB.
AWS Amplify is the right choice if you're building on AWS. The ecosystem integration is unmatched, but the complexity and learning curve make it less ideal for simple deployments.
Strengths
- Deep AWS ecosystem integration
- Powerful backend features (Auth, API, Storage)
- Good for full-stack AWS applications
- Mature enterprise features
Limitations
- Complex pricing model
- Steeper learning curve than competitors
- AWS console can be overwhelming
When to Choose GitHub Pages
Open source projects, documentation sites, portfolios, and simple static websites that don't need server-side functionality.
GitHub Pages is unbeatable for free static hosting directly from your repo. Perfect for docs and portfolios, but lacks the advanced features of modern platforms.
Strengths
- Completely free for public repos
- Perfect GitHub integration
- Zero configuration for static sites
- Custom domains supported
Limitations
- Static sites only (no server-side)
- No serverless functions
- Limited build customization
