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Heroku vs Linode

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Cloud Infrastructure providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

Heroku vs Linode at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

HerokuLinode
Overall score79/10089/100
TierStandardElite
Capability (editorial)7889
Ease of use (editorial)7788
Value (editorial)7887
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

Linode is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (89/100 vs 79/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. Heroku fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Linode fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

Heroku

Heroku delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Heroku review

Linode

Linode delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Linode review

Heroku vs Linode — FAQ

Is Heroku better than Linode?

On RankedVendors, Linode scores 89/100 versus Heroku's 79/100, so Linode ranks higher overall in Cloud Infrastructure. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between Heroku and Linode?

Heroku delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services. Linode delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services. Both compete in Cloud Infrastructure; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, Heroku or Linode?

Our editorial value scores put Heroku at 78/100 and Linode at 87/100. Heroku is Quote-based; Linode is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.