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Coolify vs Dyad

Coolify (Hosting/Deployment) and Dyad (No-Code Builder) take different approaches to development. Coolify: Open-source self-hostable alternative to Heroku Netlify and Vercel for your own servers Dyad: Free local open-source AI app builder

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Coolify

Open-source self-hostable alternative to Heroku Netlify and Vercel for your own servers

Category
Hosting/Deployment
Subcategory
Self-Hosted PaaS
Pricing
Open Source / Cloud $5/mo
Tier
open-source
hosting/deploymentself-hosted paasopen-source
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Dyad

Free local open-source AI app builder

Category
No-Code Builder
Subcategory
Desktop
Pricing
Open Source
Tier
open-source
no-code builderdesktopopen-source

Key differences

DimensionCoolifyDyad
PricingOpen Source / Cloud $5/moOpen Source
PlatformSelf-Hosted PaaSDesktop
Capabilitieshosting/deployment, self-hosted paasno-code builder, desktop

Choose Coolify if...

  • Coolify fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Dyad if...

  • Dyad fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Coolify or Dyad better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Coolify and Dyad are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Coolify or Dyad?
Both have a open-source pricing model. Coolify: Open Source / Cloud $5/mo. Dyad: Open Source. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Coolify and Dyad together?
Yes — Coolify (Hosting/Deployment) and Dyad (No-Code Builder) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.
Is Coolify open source?
Yes, Coolify is open source. Dyad is also open source.

Verdict

Coolify and Dyad solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a hosting/deployment or a no-code builder.

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