Deno Deploy vs Fathom

What each one covers

Drawn from each product's published feature list. An absence here means we hold no record of it - not that the product lacks it.

What people use each for

The jobs each tool is most often brought in to do.

Where each one falls short

Documented limitations, not opinions. Every one is a constraint you would hit in normal use.

Pricing, plan by plan

Which should you pick?

Questions people ask

Is Deno Deploy or Fathom better?

Neither clearly leads. Deno Deploy starts at Free and Fathom at Free, and user ratings are close enough to be indistinguishable. Choose on capability and platform support.

Which is cheaper, Deno Deploy or Fathom?

Deno Deploy starts at Free and Fathom at Free.

Does Deno Deploy or Fathom run on more platforms?

Deno Deploy runs on Cloud/Web. Fathom runs on Web, Zoom, Google Meet, Microsoft Teams.

Can I use Deno Deploy for free?

Both have a free tier, so you can try either at no cost before committing.

What is Deno Deploy best used for?

Deno Deploy is most often used for api endpoints, edge functions, static sites, real-time apps. Of those, api endpoints and edge functions are not what Fathom is typically brought in for.

What can Deno Deploy do that Fathom cannot?

Deno Deploy covers Edge Functions, Deno KV, Automatic HTTPS, Global Distribution. Fathom covers Auto-recording, AI summaries, Transcription, Highlight clips. Both handle Web support.