Aviationstack ◆
Aviationstack is a scalable REST API for real-time flight tracking, historical flight data, airport info, and global aviation data.
from $49.99/mo
About Laravel
What is Laravel Forge?
Laravel Forge is a next-generation server management and deployment platform built by the Laravel team. It simplifies provisioning, deploying, and managing servers on your own cloud (AWS, DigitalOcean, Linode, etc.) or via Laravel VPS. With one-click instant provisioning, zero-downtime deploys, and automated SSL, Forge eliminates the cognitive overhead of DevOps for PHP and other web app stacks.
Who is it for?
Forge is designed for developers, agencies, and small-to-medium teams who want root access and full infrastructure control without hiring a dedicated DevOps engineer. It is especially powerful for Laravel users but supports vanilla PHP, Nuxt, Next.js, WordPress, and Statamic apps. It is not a good fit for non-technical users who want a fully managed, no-access hosting service.
Real use cases
Transistor.fm runs 2 servers and 10 applications on Forge. Astalty runs 9 servers and 13 applications. Mumsnet runs 19 servers and 36 applications. These teams use Forge to deploy hundreds of times per month with complete confidence, thanks to instant provisioning, managed databases, and hosted Forge domains.
Key features
- Instant provisioning — Spin up a full server stack (Nginx, PHP, MySQL, Postgres, Redis) in minutes on your cloud of choice.
- Zero-downtime deployments — Push code and deploy without taking your app offline.
- Automated SSL — No more certificate headaches; SSL is handled automatically.
- Unlimited sites & deployments — Deploy as many projects as you need across unlimited servers (Growth/Business plans).
- Managed databases — Easily create, manage, and back up MySQL and Postgres databases.
- Hosted Forge domains — Use on-forge.com subdomains for quick staging or production URLs.
- Server monitoring & health checks — Keep an eye on server performance with built-in monitoring and heartbeat alerts.
Laravel Pricing
Laravel pricing: from $12/mo.
Hobby — $12/month
Includes unlimited Laravel VPS servers, 1 external server, unlimited sites & deployments, zero-downtime deployments, managed databases, hosted Forge domains, community support, share servers with teammates, server monitoring.
Growth — $19/month
Includes 5% discount on Laravel VPS, unlimited servers, unlimited sites & deployments, zero-downtime deployments, managed databases, hosted Forge domains, standard support, share servers with teammates, server monitoring.
Business — $39/month
Includes 15% discount on Laravel VPS, unlimited servers, unlimited sites & deployments, zero-downtime deployments, managed databases, hosted Forge domains, advanced support, share servers with teammates, server monitoring.
No free plan is available. All plans operate on a flat-rate subscription model so you can predict costs.
Frequently asked questions
Is Laravel Forge free?
No. Laravel Forge does not offer a free plan. The cheapest plan (Hobby) starts at $12/month.
How much does Laravel Forge cost?
Laravel Forge has three flat-rate plans: Hobby ($12/mo), Growth ($19/mo), and Business ($39/mo). Annual billing is available for some plans.
What is the difference between Laravel Forge and Laravel VPS?
Laravel Forge is the server management platform. Laravel VPS is a virtual private server service that you can provision directly from Forge, with discounts for Growth and Business plans.
Do I need to use Laravel to use Forge?
No. While built by the Laravel team, Forge also supports vanilla PHP, Nuxt, Next.js, WordPress, and Statamic apps.
What are the top alternatives to Laravel Forge?
Popular alternatives include Ploi, ServerPilot, RunCloud, and SpinupWP. Unlike some competitors, Forge offers native Laravel integration and a flat-rate pricing model.
Who is Laravel Forge best for?
Forge is best for developers and small teams who want full server control and automated deployments without DevOps overhead. It is less suitable for non-technical users or those needing a fully managed hosting service.
