# VPS + Coolify Self-Hosting Stack

> Cost-saving hosting strategy using a single VPS and Coolify

A tip suggesting replacing multiple per-service hosting subscriptions with a single affordable virtual private server managed by Coolify. It allows hosting unlimited web apps, databases, and automation tools for a flat monthly fee. This setup significantly cuts infrastructure overhead for solo developers and side projects.

## How it works

Instead of paying $20/month for a database, $20/month for project hosting and so on, get a VPS + Coolify. For ~$9/month you can host unlimited projects, databases, an n8n instance and more. Described as a game changer, not a small saving.

## What it is for

- Cut monthly infrastructure expenses by consolidating services onto one server
- Deploy multiple personal applications and production databases without per-project fees
- Self-host automation platforms like n8n alongside your primary web applications

## Key points

- Replaces managed PaaS platforms with an open-source self-hosted alternative
- Supports multiple concurrent apps, databases, and background services on one machine
- Cuts recurring monthly costs compared to paying separate fees per hosted database or app
- Provides a PaaS-like dashboard for deployment and server management

## Pricing

Free. Coolify is free; typically requires a VPS costing ~$5–$10/month

## Details

- Type: Tip
- Category: [Development](https://xiry.app/topics/development.md)
- Open source: yes
- Platforms: Linux, Self-hosted
- For: Developers, indie hackers, and self-hosters looking to reduce cloud costs
- Alternative to: Heroku, Render, Vercel, Railway
- Tags: devops, self hosted, coolify, vps, deployment, cost saving

## Why it was saved

- [@thomasbail_, 11 March 2025](https://x.com/thomasbail_/status/1899401423281910094): Replaces ~$20/month per service (database hosting, project hosting, etc.) with a single $9/month VPS hosting unlimited projects, databases and n8n instances.

## Compare

- [Alternatives to Vercel](https://xiry.app/alternatives/vercel.md)

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Updated 11 October 2026. Page: https://xiry.app/resources/vps-coolify-self-hosting-stack

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