Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate
Key facts
- Vendor
- Salesforce
- Pricing
- Usage-based — From $5/mo
- Free tier
- No
- Platforms
- Web, Api
- Best for
- Startups, Prototyping
- Editor rating
- 4.3 / 5
- Founded
- 2007
- Headquarters
- San Francisco, CA, USA
What is Heroku?
Heroku is a web hosting tool from Salesforce. Heroku is a platform-as-a-service that pioneered git-push deploys.
Heroku uses usage-based pricing. From $5/mo.
It's best suited to startups, prototyping and runs on Web, Api.
Standout strengths include very simple, mature add-on ecosystem. Worth weighing: no free tier anymore, pricey at scale.
Heroku pricing
Pros
- Very simple
- Mature add-on ecosystem
Cons
- No free tier anymore
- Pricey at scale
Heroku vs alternatives
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Frequently asked questions
What is Heroku?
Heroku is a platform-as-a-service that pioneered git-push deploys.
How much does Heroku cost?
Heroku is usage-based-priced. Paid plans start at $5/mo.
Does Heroku have a free trial?
Heroku does not advertise a free trial.
What platforms does Heroku support?
Heroku is available on Web, Api.