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Heroku vs KeyCDN: Pricing Comparison 2026

Side-by-side pricing comparison of Heroku and KeyCDN. See all plans, features, and costs at a glance.

Bottom line: KeyCDN starts at $4/mo, making it $1/mo cheaper than Heroku ($5/mo). Neither offers a free plan.

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Data compiled by Arthur Jacquemin
Updated March 16, 2026

Heroku vs KeyCDN: Quick Pricing Facts

FeatureHerokuKeyCDN
Starting Price$5/mo$4/mo
Number of Plans45
Free TierNoNo
Pricing Modelusage-basedusage-based
Annual DiscountN/AN/A

KeyCDN is the more affordable option, starting at $4/mo compared to Heroku's $5/mo. Both are Hosting & Infra tools with 9 combined pricing plans and 30 features compared.

Review the detailed tier-by-tier comparison above to see exactly which features are included at each price point and find the best fit for your Hosting & Infra needs.

Pricing Plans
Tier 1
Eco
$5/month
Includes
  • 1000 dyno hours/mo
  • Sleep after 30min
  • Custom domains
Start with Eco
Minimum Usage
$4/monthCheapest
$48 / year
Includes
  • Minimum charge based on total account traffic volume
  • No request charges
  • 24/7 support
Start with Minimum Usage
Tier 2
Basic
$7/monthCheapest
Includes
  • Always on
  • 512 MB RAM
  • Custom domains
  • Free SSL
Start with Basic
North America/Europe
$20/month
$240 / year
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.04/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.03/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.02/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.01/GB
Start with North America/Europe
Tier 3
Standard 1xPopular
$25/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 512 MB RAM
  • Horizontal scaling
  • Preboot
  • Metrics
Start with Standard 1x
Asia/Oceania
Custom pricing
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.08/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.06/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.04/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.02/GB
Start with Asia/Oceania
Tier 4
Performance M
$250/monthCheapest
Includes
  • 2.5 GB RAM
  • Dedicated resources
  • Autoscaling
Start with Performance M
Africa/Latin America
Custom pricing
Includes
  • First 10 TB: $0.10/GB
  • Next 40 TB: $0.08/GB
  • Next 50 TB: $0.06/GB
  • Over 100 TB: $0.04/GB
Start with Africa/Latin America
Tier 5
Contact Us
Custom pricing
Includes
  • Discounted volume pricing for over 100 TB
Start with Contact Us

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Heroku

Cloud platform for building, running, and scaling apps

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KeyCDN

Pay-as-you-go content delivery network

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Our Pick

KeyCDN

KeyCDN starts at $1/mo lower ($4/mo vs $5/mo), offers 5 tiers vs 4.

Based on pricing data only. Review the full comparison below for your specific needs.

Best value: KeyCDN

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Which Should You Choose?

Choose Heroku if:

  • You prioritize Heroku's user experience and interface over price (both tools are similarly priced)
  • You want Heroku's approach to incremental feature unlocking across its 4 pricing tiers
  • Heroku's feature bundling aligns with how Hosting & Infra teams actually work day-to-day

Choose KeyCDN if:

  • You want lower per-user costs—KeyCDN starts at $4/mo, saving $1/mo compared to Heroku at $5/mo
  • You need 5 pricing tiers for flexible team sizing—more options mean less overpaying for features you don't need
  • You want more features built-in—KeyCDN offers 2 additional features across its plans
  • Your team needs custom enterprise pricing—KeyCDN offers negotiated terms for large deployments

KeyCDN is the more affordable choice [1], starting at $4/mo compared to Heroku's $5/mo. For a 50-person team on paid plans, this translates to KeyCDN saving approximately $50/month. KeyCDN offers 5 pricing tiers compared to Heroku's 4, giving you more granular control over scaling costs as your team grows. Across all tiers, KeyCDN provides 16 total features versus 14 for Heroku, offering a richer feature set depending on your specific needs. If controlling SaaS spend is a priority, KeyCDN offers the better cost-to-value ratio. Consider Heroku only if its unique capabilities directly address a gap KeyCDN cannot fill.

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Frequently Asked Questions: Heroku vs KeyCDN

Which is cheaper, Heroku or KeyCDN?
As of March 2026, KeyCDN starts at a lower price point. Heroku starts at $5/mo while KeyCDN starts at $4/mo. However, the best value depends on the features you need at each tier.
How many pricing plans does Heroku have vs KeyCDN?
Heroku offers 4 pricing plans, while KeyCDN offers 5 plans. More plans typically means more flexibility to match your exact needs and budget.
Can I save money by paying annually for Heroku or KeyCDN?
Both Heroku and KeyCDN offer annual billing options. Check each plan's yearly pricing for potential savings compared to monthly billing.
What is the most popular Heroku plan?
The Standard 1x plan is Heroku's most popular tier, priced at $25/mo. Key features include 512 MB RAM, Horizontal scaling, Preboot.
Does Heroku or KeyCDN offer custom enterprise pricing?
KeyCDN offers a custom-priced enterprise tier for larger teams. Heroku lists all its pricing publicly.
How do Heroku and KeyCDN compare for Hosting & Infra?
Both Heroku and KeyCDN are Hosting & Infra tools. Heroku offers 4 plans starting at $5/mo, while KeyCDN offers 5 plans starting at $4/mo. Review the feature breakdowns above to see which better fits your Hosting & Infra needs.

Sources

  1. Heroku Official PricingVendor pricing page
  2. KeyCDN Official PricingVendor pricing page

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