Choosing the best Next.js hosting platform

Choosing a hosting solution for Next.js applications can be daunting, with Vercel, Netlify, and Heroku being popular options, each offering distinct features and advantages. Vercel, founded by the creators of Next.js, integrates seamlessly with the framework, offering features like Incremental Static Regeneration, serverless functions, and easy deployment integration with GitHub, GitLab, and Bitbucket. However, it lacks database add-ons and requires a paid plan for commercial sites. Netlify, while supporting similar features such as Incremental Static Regeneration and serverless functions, distinguishes itself with numerous add-ons like Netlify Forms and Split Testing, allowing commercial projects on its free plan but charging for analytics. Heroku, though not specifically designed for Next.js, supports deployment with several add-ons like Postgres and Redis, but lacks support for Incremental Static Regeneration and serverless functions, with web analytics only available on paid plans. Ultimately, the choice of platform depends on specific project needs, with considerations around deployment ease, feature support, and cost.