How do I migrate from Heroku to SnapDeploy?

Migrating from Heroku to SnapDeploy takes about 5 minutes: 1) Connect your GitHub repository, 2) Import your environment variables, 3) Click deploy. SnapDeploy auto-detects your framework and configures everything automatically.

HEROKU FREE TIER ALTERNATIVE

The Best Heroku Alternative in 2026

100 free hours — never expire. 50% cheaper paid plans. Deploy in 5 minutes.

Heroku entered maintenance mode in Feb 2026 — no new features planned. SnapDeploy is actively developed with a real free tier.

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Heroku Free Tier is Gone. Here's What You Get Instead.

Since November 2022, Heroku no longer offers free hosting. SnapDeploy fills that gap with a generous free tier designed for developers.

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Heroku (2026)

✗ No free tier - Discontinued Nov 2022
✗ Minimum $5/month (Eco dyno)
✗ Database add-ons cost extra
✗ Limited Docker support
✗ $25+/month for production apps

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SnapDeploy (2026)

✓ 100 free hours - Never expire, real free tier
✓ Pause feature - hours only count when running
✓ MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis — from $12/mo
✓ Native Docker support
✓ $9/month for production apps

SnapDeploy vs Heroku: Feature Comparison

See why developers are choosing SnapDeploy as their Heroku replacement

Feature	SnapDeploy	Heroku
Free Tier	100 hours (never expire)	None (discontinued)
Starting Price	$9/month	$5/month (Eco)
Production Price	$9/month	$25+/month (Standard-1X)
Deployment Time	~3 minutes	5-10 minutes
Docker Support	Native	Limited
Managed Databases	MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, Redis	Postgres, Redis (paid)
Free SSL
Custom Domains

Why Developers Switch from Heroku to SnapDeploy

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Heroku Is in Maintenance Mode

In February 2026, Salesforce announced Heroku will receive no new features — only security patches. SnapDeploy ships new features every week.

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Real Free Tier

Unlike Heroku's discontinued free tier, SnapDeploy offers 100 free hours that never expire. The pause feature means your hours only count when your app is running.

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Docker Native

SnapDeploy is built for Docker from day one. Deploy any containerized app without the limitations of Heroku's buildpack system.

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50% Lower Costs

Production apps start at $9/month vs Heroku's $25+ for scalable dynos. Managed databases available from $12/mo with a browser-based admin UI included.

Migrate from Heroku in 5 Minutes

No complex setup. No YAML files. Just connect and deploy.

Connect GitHub

Link your repository just like Heroku. Takes 30 seconds.

Import Config

Copy your heroku config variables. Auto-detect framework.

Deploy

Click deploy. Live in minutes with automatic SSL.

Read the full migration guide →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best Heroku alternative in 2026?

SnapDeploy is the best Heroku alternative for most developers. It offers a genuine free tier (100 hours that never expire), Docker-native hosting, and competitive pricing. Other popular alternatives include Railway, Render, and Fly.io. Compare all 10 alternatives →

Does Heroku still have a free tier in 2026?

No. Heroku discontinued their free tier in November 2022. Free dynos, free Postgres, and free Redis are no longer available. The cheapest Heroku option is now the Eco dyno at $5/month, which sleeps after 30 minutes of inactivity.

How much does SnapDeploy cost vs Heroku?

SnapDeploy offers 100 free hours that never expire (Heroku has no free tier). Paid plans start at $9/month. Heroku's Eco dyno starts at $5/month but sleeps after 30 minutes; production-ready Standard dynos start at $25/month. SnapDeploy offers managed databases from $12/mo; Heroku Postgres starts at $5/mo. See full pricing →

Can I deploy Python/Django/Flask apps like on Heroku?

Yes! SnapDeploy auto-detects Python frameworks and configures them automatically. Just push your code - we'll install dependencies and run gunicorn/uvicorn. Works with Django, Flask, FastAPI, and any Python framework. See Python deployment guide →

Is Heroku still being developed?

No. In February 2026, Salesforce announced that Heroku has entered "sustaining engineering" mode — meaning no new features will be built. Heroku will only receive security patches and stability updates. This follows the free tier removal in 2022 and the end of new enterprise contracts. Platforms like SnapDeploy are actively developed with new features shipping regularly.

What's the pause feature?

SnapDeploy's unique pause feature lets you stop your container when not in use. Your 100 free hours only count when the container is running — and they never expire. Perfect for development environments, demos, and side projects that don't need 24/7 uptime.

What Developers Say

Real feedback from real developers using SnapDeploy

Shruti Madhav

Python Developer, 6 yrs experience

"Super smooth experience! I had my site up and running with just one click, and it didn't break the bank."

Shantanu Mokal

Python Developer, 7 yrs experience

"What I value most is its speed and simplicity: quick, clean, and easy to use, all at a price that's hard to beat. Removing the DevOps burden is simply a bonus."

Harsh Dubey

Frontend Developer (React), 5 yrs experience

"Used SnapDeploy for deploying my React Full Stack. I love the automated deployment on pushing to GitHub — makes life so easy for side projects."

Avishkar Jadhav

Java Full Stack Developer, 2 yrs experience

"SnapDeploy makes deploying containerized apps incredibly easy. The UI is beginner-friendly, deployments are quick, and managing containers feels effortless compared to traditional cloud setups."

Manish Kalpande

Backend Microservice Developer, 6 yrs experience

"Used SnapDeploy for a complex scenario involving Redis and Postgres. Works seamlessly — love the DB UI interfaces in the add-on sections."

Somdip Roy

Enterprise Architect, 15+ yrs experience

"I tried to deploy a polyrepo scenario with a Java backend and Angular frontend — two containers on the free tier — and it worked beyond my expectations. Great to see!"