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The Best Vercel Alternative

Vercel is the king of frontend deployment, but it can't run a persistent Node.js server. WebSlop hosts full Express, Fastify, and custom Node.js apps with long-running processes, WebSockets, and a free browser editor.

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Feature Comparison

WebSlop vs Vercel

Feature WebSlop Vercel
Persistent Node.js Server ✓ ✗
WebSocket Support ✓ ✗
Serverless FunctionsVia Express routesNative (Edge & Node)
Browser-Based Editor ✓ ✗
Free Tier$0 — 75 hrs/mo$0 — 100 GB bandwidth
Framework Lock-InNone (any Node.js)Optimized for Next.js
Git Push-to-Deploy ✓ ✓
Real-Time Collaboration ✓ ✗

Vercel Serverless Functions have a 10-second default timeout on the Hobby plan (60s on Pro). They cannot maintain persistent connections.

Why Switch

Why developers choose WebSlop

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Run Any Node.js App

Vercel is optimized for Next.js and serverless. WebSlop runs any Node.js framework — Express, Fastify, Hono, Koa, or vanilla Node — as a persistent server with full process control.

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WebSockets & Real-Time

Need Socket.io, ws, or SSE? WebSlop supports persistent connections natively. Vercel's serverless architecture cannot maintain WebSocket connections.

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Develop in Your Browser

Vercel requires a local dev environment for all development. WebSlop's Monaco editor lets you code, test, and deploy from any browser — ideal for quick fixes and remote work.

What You Get

Everything included with WebSlop

✓Persistent Node.js server hosting (Express, Fastify, etc.)
✓WebSocket and Server-Sent Events support
✓Free tier with 75 hours/month and 512 MB RAM
✓Browser-based Monaco editor with IntelliSense
✓Dynamic subdomains (app.webslop.ai)
✓Auto-sleep & instant wake-on-request
✓Git push-to-deploy with version history
✓Real-time collaborative editing (Yjs)
✓MCP integration for AI-powered development
✓No framework lock-in — any Node.js app works
✓Node.js 18, 20, and 22 runtime support
✓Custom domains on paid tiers
FAQ

Common questions about switching from Vercel

Can Vercel host a persistent Node.js server?▾
No. Vercel is designed for serverless deployments. It can run Node.js code as serverless functions with time limits (10s Hobby, 60s Pro), but cannot host a persistent Express, Fastify, or custom Node.js server. WebSlop runs your Node.js app as a persistent process.
Should I use Vercel or WebSlop for a Node.js API?▾
If your API is stateless and each request completes in under 10 seconds, Vercel's serverless functions work well. If you need persistent connections, WebSockets, background jobs, or longer execution times, WebSlop is the right choice.
Does WebSlop support Next.js like Vercel?▾
WebSlop can host Next.js in standalone mode (custom server), but it won't match Vercel's native Next.js optimizations like ISR, Edge Middleware, or automatic image optimization. For pure Next.js projects, Vercel is still the best option. For general Node.js hosting, WebSlop wins.
How does WebSlop pricing compare to Vercel?▾
Both offer free tiers. Vercel's Hobby plan is free for personal projects with 100 GB bandwidth. WebSlop's free tier gives you 75 compute hours, 512 MB RAM, and 256 MB storage. WebSlop paid plans start at $5/mo; Vercel Pro starts at $20/mo per team member.
Can I run Socket.io on Vercel?▾
No. Vercel's serverless architecture does not support WebSocket connections. Socket.io, ws, and other real-time libraries require a persistent server. WebSlop supports WebSockets natively since it runs your Node.js app as a long-lived process.

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