Railway
Deploy any app, database or worker from a repo.
About
Infrastructure that deploys backends, databases and background workers from a git repo or template, without managing servers. Usage-based pricing with a small monthly starter; good for full-stack apps that outgrow a static host.
Pros
- Deploys backends, databases and cron jobs, not just frontends
- Simple templates for common stacks
- Usage-based pricing with clear dashboards
Cons
- Costs scale with usage and can exceed a fixed VPS
- Fewer regions and certifications than the hyperscalers
What it solves
Hosting a backend with a database and background jobs usually means DevOps you would rather not do. Railway runs it from a repo with sane defaults.
When not to use it
Not the cheapest at scale, and less control than raw cloud infra if you need fine-grained networking or compliance.
