Free hosting differs by billing unit. This comparison puts static-request-free Pages, credit-based Netlify, and transfer-metered Amplify into one static-site scenario.
Using official 2026-10 prices, the demo assumes one production deploy per month and no build or SSR charge. Pages static transfer is $0. Netlify uses bandwidth GB×20 + requests/10,000×2 + 15 deploy credits, then shows the lowest listed applicable cost among Free 300, Personal 1,000 ($9), and Pro 3,000 ($20). Eligible Amplify usage pays $0.15/GB beyond 15 GB.
Netlify pauses sites when Free credits run out, and paid add-on credits are separate. Amplify’s official page has conflicting free-eligibility durations, so check the account. Pages Functions, storage, tax, and regional premiums are outside this comparison.
When to use
Use this before selecting static hosting to see where each free boundary ends; use the hosting cost calculator for server code.