Vercel
Next.js projects and teams wanting the best deployment experience with cutting-edge edge computing capabilities.
AWS Amplify
Teams already invested in AWS who want integrated hosting with other AWS services like Cognito, AppSync, and DynamoDB.
Score Comparison
Pricing & Features
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Vercel
Next.js projects and teams wanting the best deployment experience with cutting-edge edge computing capabilities.
Vercel sets the standard for modern web deployment. If you're using Next.js or want the absolute best developer experience, it's hard to beat. The premium pricing is justified by the polish and performance.
Strengths
- Best-in-class Next.js support (they created it)
- Instant global deployments with edge network
- Excellent preview deployments and Git integration
- Powerful serverless and edge functions
Limitations
- Premium pricing at scale
- Vendor lock-in with Next.js optimizations
- Bandwidth limits on free tier
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
