# A free Fly.io alternative for Node.js

EasyHost is a smaller, free option for Node.js apps. Here are the honest differences from Fly.io, including what you give up.

## How they compare

According to [Fly.io's own page](https://fly.io/docs/about/pricing/) as of October 2026, there is no free tier, and new accounts get a trial of up to 2 hours of Machine runtime or 7 days, whichever comes first. Check it for current details.

| Area | Fly.io | EasyHost |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Free option | Trial only: 2 Machine hours or 7 days | Free with no trial period |
| Regions | Many | One |
| Docker | Your own Dockerfile | No Dockerfile, built from your package.json |
| Included with each app | Varies by plan | Postgres, S3 bucket and schedules per project |

## When EasyHost fits

- Side projects, prototypes and small apps written for Node.js
- Projects where an AI agent handles deployment through a CLI
- Apps that need to stay on for free

## When Fly.io is the better choice

- You need multiple regions, autoscaling or a production support plan
- You want Git-based deploys or preview environments
- Your app goes beyond what 512 MB of RAM and 1 CPU can handle

## How to move

Read the [Fly.io migration guide](/migrate/fly). If you have a database there, EasyHost's [Postgres](/products/postgres) accepts a normal `pg_dump`.

## Frequently asked questions

### Is EasyHost a full replacement for Fly.io?

Not for every app. It runs Node.js only, in one region, with fixed limits. It suits small apps that fit those limits.