If you’ve developed a full-stack project using Spring Boot, PostgreSQL, and Angular, finding the right hosting solution is the next step. While AWS is a popular choice, there are several alternatives—both free and affordable—to host your project. Here are some of the best options to consider:
Free Hosting Options
1. Render (https://render.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier for web services (suitable for hosting the Spring Boot backend).
- Free tier for PostgreSQL database (up to 1GB storage).
- Static hosting for your Angular frontend.
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How to use:
- Deploy your Spring Boot application as a web service.
- Use Render’s free PostgreSQL instance for your database.
- Host your Angular app as a static site.
2. Railway (https://railway.app/)
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What it offers:
- Free hosting with $5 worth of monthly usage (approximately 500 hours of server time and database usage).
- PostgreSQL hosting with 500MB free storage.
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How to use:
- Deploy your Spring Boot backend using Docker or directly via GitHub.
- Use Railway’s PostgreSQL service for the database.
- Host the Angular frontend using its static site hosting or connect it to another static hosting service.
3. Vercel (https://vercel.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier for static frontend hosting, which is ideal for Angular apps.
- No backend hosting, but it integrates seamlessly with platforms like Render or Railway.
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How to use:
- Deploy your Angular frontend on Vercel.
- Connect the frontend to a backend hosted on Render or Railway.
4. Fly.io (https://fly.io/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier for deploying Dockerized apps, suitable for hosting the Spring Boot backend.
- Free PostgreSQL instance for lightweight usage.
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How to use:
- Containerize your Spring Boot app and deploy it on Fly.io.
- Use Fly.io’s PostgreSQL service for the database.
- Host the Angular frontend separately (e.g., on Vercel or Netlify).
5. Heroku (https://heroku.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier with 550-1,000 dyno hours per month for hosting apps.
- Free PostgreSQL database (up to 1GB).
- Note: Free apps may sleep after periods of inactivity.
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How to use:
- Deploy your Spring Boot backend as a web app.
- Use Heroku’s PostgreSQL database service.
- Host the Angular frontend on Netlify or Vercel.
6. Netlify (https://www.netlify.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free static hosting for Angular frontend applications.
- No backend or database hosting is included.
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How to use:
- Deploy your Angular app on Netlify.
- Use another service (e.g., Render or Railway) to host your backend and database.
Affordable Paid Alternatives
1. DigitalOcean (https://www.digitalocean.com/)
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What it offers:
- Managed Kubernetes, droplets (virtual servers), and managed databases.
- Pricing starts at $5/month for a virtual server and $15/month for managed PostgreSQL.
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How to use:
- Host your Spring Boot backend on a droplet.
- Use their managed PostgreSQL for your database.
- Host Angular on a droplet or pair it with Netlify/Vercel.
2. Linode (https://www.linode.com/)
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What it offers:
- Affordable cloud hosting, similar to DigitalOcean.
- Pricing starts at $5/month for virtual servers.
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How to use:
- Deploy your backend and database on a Linode server.
- Host the frontend on Netlify or Vercel.
3. Google Cloud Platform (GCP) (https://cloud.google.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier includes 1 f1-micro VM instance per month (suitable for low-traffic Spring Boot apps).
- Free $300 credits for 90 days.
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How to use:
- Use the free VM instance to host your backend and database.
- Deploy Angular on Netlify or Vercel.
4. Microsoft Azure (https://azure.microsoft.com/)
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What it offers:
- Free tier includes 1 B1S virtual machine for 12 months.
- Free database services for 12 months (with limited capacity).
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How to use:
- Host your backend and database on Azure’s free VM.
- Use a static hosting service for Angular.
Recommendations
For a completely free setup:
- Backend and Database: Use Render or Railway.
- Frontend: Use Netlify or Vercel for hosting your Angular app.
For a low-cost, reliable setup:
- Use DigitalOcean or Linode to host your backend, database, and frontend.
These options provide flexibility, scalability, and a balance between free and affordable hosting solutions for your project. Let me know if you need detailed deployment instructions for any platform!
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