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Vantuly vs Coolify

Coolify is an open-source, Docker-first platform. It runs any container, but WordPress and PHP tuning is harder in Docker.

VantulyCoolify
Free plan2 servers, 8 sitesSelf-host free
6 servers / month$5$17 (Cloud)
Pricing modelSmall flat plan + $2 per extra serverCloud $5 for 2 servers, +$3/server
Multi-server dashboardYes, one dashboardYes
StacksWordPress, Laravel, PHP, Node.js, AstroAnything in Docker
Web stackNGINX + PHP-FPM, no DockerDocker

Prices from Coolify's public pages, checked 2026-10-05. Tell us if something changed: hello@vantuly.com.

Where Vantuly wins

  • Faster: a new site is live in under 5 seconds and a new server is ready in about 2 minutes
  • Nicer UX: a calm, modern interface with ⌘K, side panels and live updates, no page reloads
  • No Docker: simple NGINX + PHP-FPM for WordPress and Laravel
  • Built-in WordPress tools
  • 2 servers free on the hosted dashboard

Where Coolify is better

  • Open source, self-host for free
  • Runs any Docker image
  • Large developer community
Is Vantuly a good Coolify alternative?

Coolify is an open-source, Docker-first platform. It runs any container, but WordPress and PHP tuning is harder in Docker. Vantuly offers 2 servers, 8 sites free and 6 servers for $5/month, with WordPress, Laravel, PHP, Node.js, Astro on NGINX + PHP-FPM, no Docker.

When should I choose Coolify over Vantuly?

Coolify is better if you need: Open source, self-host for free; Runs any Docker image; Large developer community.

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