Bolt.new hosting comparison · reviewed September 25, 2026
Where should you host a Bolt.new app?
Bolt already includes a publishing route, so another host is useful only when it fits your app or workflow better. Compare Bolt Cloud, Hostinger, Vercel and DigitalOcean by framework, backend services and the work involved in moving.
Quick recommendation
Keep a working app on Bolt Cloud when its built-in hosting, database and domain options meet your needs. Compare an external host when you need a particular runtime or deployment workflow, or already manage the app’s services elsewhere. Moving the frontend does not move its database or authentication.
Compare the hosting paths
| Option | Good fit when | Check before choosing | Official details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bolt Cloud | You want to publish from the same workspace and use Bolt’s connected app services. | Bolt says all users can publish to a .bolt.host address; custom domains are available on paid plans. Check current plan limits and domain terms. | Bolt hosting and domains |
| Hostinger Node.js hosting | You have the project in GitHub and want managed Node.js deployment from a hosting dashboard. | Node.js apps require an eligible Business Web or Cloud plan. Confirm the framework, build setup, database, traffic limits and renewal cost. | Bolt hosting options Node.js plan requirements |
| Vercel | Your exported project is a Vite frontend or another framework supported by Vercel, and Git-based deployments suit your workflow. | Vercel’s Vite guide covers Vite deployment; it does not by itself migrate Bolt databases, authentication or secrets. Check your app’s server requirements separately. | Vite on Vercel Vercel plans |
| DigitalOcean App Platform | The app needs separate web services, workers, containers or a managed database. | Estimate the full bill across every component, database, bandwidth and storage requirement. | Cost guide Official pricing |
Check the app before paying for a new host
- Identify the project type: check the framework and scripts in
package.json. A static frontend and a Node.js server have different hosting needs. - List the services: write down where the database, authentication, file storage, email and scheduled jobs run.
- Check the plan and full cost: include the app runtime, data services, storage, bandwidth, domain and renewal price.
- Test before switching: deploy a copy and verify sign-in, saved data, forms and the custom domain before sending visitors to it.
Treat database migration as a separate job
A hosting change moves code only if you deploy it there; it does not copy production records or change authentication settings for you. Bolt warns that replacing a database connection can cause data loss. Back up the data and follow the provider’s migration steps before changing a live app.
Bolt database connection guidanceMore launch help
Official references
Provider information reviewed September 25, 2026. Percent to Prompts is independent and does not currently earn commission from the providers mentioned.