Vercel vs Cloudflare Pages vs Netlify for Next.js

An objective comparison of Vercel, Cloudflare Pages, and Netlify for hosting Next.js applications.

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The Frontend Cloud Wars

Choosing the right host for your Next.js application determines your build times, edge performance, and monthly bandwidth bills. Today we're comparing the top three contenders.

Background

Vercel created Next.js, so they offer first-class support. But competitors have caught up with custom adapters.

Performance Comparison

Vercel: Instant ISR, Edge Middleware.
Cloudflare Pages: Cheapest bandwidth, amazing edge network, but harder configuration for Node.js APIs.
Netlify: Great DX, solid edge logic.

Pricing Breakdown

Cloudflare generally wins on cost at scale, while Vercel offers the best frictionless DevEx.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cloudflare Pages fully compatible with the App Router?

Yes, using the @cloudflare/next-on-pages adapter, you can run Edge runtime routes.