How much can I save by switching to open-source on Elestio?

Most SaaS companies save 60-90% on infrastructure costs. For example, replacing Auth0 ($228/mo) with Keycloak on Elestio ($11/mo) saves 94%. Replacing Zapier ($599/mo) with n8n ($11/mo) saves 98%. The exact savings depend on your current stack and usage.

Are open-source alternatives as reliable as proprietary tools?

Yes. Tools like PostgreSQL, Keycloak, and Grafana are used by the largest companies in the world. On Elestio, they run on dedicated VMs with automated backups, updates, and monitoring. You get enterprise reliability without the enterprise price tag.

Can I migrate my existing data to open-source alternatives?

Yes. Most proprietary tools support data export. PostgreSQL is compatible with most SQL databases. Keycloak supports OIDC/SAML migration. n8n can import workflows. We provide migration guides and support for common transitions.

What if I need to scale a specific service?

Scale vertically by upgrading your VM size, or horizontally with clusters for high availability. PostgreSQL, Redis, and other databases support multi-node clusters with automatic failover. Use Terraform for infrastructure as code at scale.

Do I get vendor lock-in with Elestio?

No. Every tool on Elestio is standard open-source software. You get full SSH access, full data access, and can export everything at any time. If you leave Elestio, your PostgreSQL database is still a PostgreSQL database. No proprietary formats, no lock-in.

Can I deploy my own custom application alongside open-source tools?

Yes. Elestio supports custom Docker deployments with CI/CD pipelines. Deploy your SaaS application alongside your open-source infrastructure tools. All services get the same automated backups, monitoring, and updates.

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The SaaS Infrastructure Stack

See how much you can save by replacing proprietary SaaS tools with managed open-source on Elestio.

Layer	Proprietary	Open-Source on Elestio	Savings
Database	AWS RDS - $200/mo	PostgreSQL on Elestio - $11/mo	93%
Auth	Auth0 - $228/mo	Keycloak on Elestio - $11/mo	94%
Automation	Zapier - $599/mo	n8n on Elestio - $11/mo	98%
Analytics	Mixpanel - $999/mo	Plausible + Metabase on Elestio - $28/mo	97%
CMS	Contentful - $489/mo	Strapi on Elestio - $11/mo	97%
Monitoring	Datadog - $500/mo	Grafana on Elestio - $11/mo	97%
Email	SendGrid - $100/mo	Postal on Elestio - $11/mo	86%

Total proprietary cost: $3,115/mo. Total on Elestio: $112/mo. That's $36,036/year saved.

Why SaaS Teams Choose Open-Source

No Vendor Lock-In

Every tool is standard open-source software. Your PostgreSQL database is a PostgreSQL database wherever you run it. No proprietary formats, no migration fees, no hostage pricing. Leave anytime with your data intact.

Predictable Costs at Scale

Proprietary SaaS tools charge per seat, per event, or per API call - costs that explode as your SaaS grows. Open-source on Elestio is flat monthly pricing on dedicated VMs. 10 users or 10,000 users, same price.

Full Data Ownership

Your data lives on your dedicated VMs, not on someone else's multi-tenant platform. Full GDPR compliance. Choose your data center location. Export everything anytime via SSH.

Customize Everything

With full root SSH access and open-source code, you can customize any tool to fit your exact needs. Add plugins, modify configurations, integrate with your application. No feature request tickets, no waiting for vendor roadmaps.

Common SaaS Stacks on Elestio

Start lean and add services as your SaaS grows. No re-platforming needed.

Early-Stage SaaS

$42/mo total

PostgreSQL - Primary database
Keycloak - Auth & SSO
n8n - Workflow automation

Perfect for MVP to first 1,000 users. Full production-grade infrastructure without a DevOps hire.

Growth SaaS

$84/mo total

Everything in Early-Stage, plus:
Redis - Caching & queues
Metabase - Business analytics
Grafana - Infrastructure monitoring

For SaaS with paying customers. Performance insights, caching, and monitoring to scale confidently.

Scale SaaS

Custom pricing

Everything in Growth, plus:
PostgreSQL clusters - HA database
Terraform - Infrastructure as code
BYOVM - Bring your own VMs
Level 3 support - 99.95% SLA

Enterprise-grade infrastructure with full IaC, HA, and dedicated support.

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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I save by switching to open-source on Elestio?

Most SaaS companies save 60-90% on infrastructure costs. For example, replacing Auth0 ($228/mo) with Keycloak on Elestio ($11/mo) saves 94%. Replacing Zapier ($599/mo) with n8n ($11/mo) saves 98%. The exact savings depend on your current stack and usage.
Are open-source alternatives as reliable as proprietary tools?

Yes. Tools like PostgreSQL, Keycloak, and Grafana are used by the largest companies in the world. On Elestio, they run on dedicated VMs with automated backups, updates, and monitoring. You get enterprise reliability without the enterprise price tag.
Can I migrate my existing data to open-source alternatives?

Yes. Most proprietary tools support data export. PostgreSQL is compatible with most SQL databases. Keycloak supports OIDC/SAML migration. n8n can import workflows. We provide migration guides and support for common transitions.
What if I need to scale a specific service?

Scale vertically by upgrading your VM size, or horizontally with clusters for high availability. PostgreSQL, Redis, and other databases support multi-node clusters with automatic failover. Use Terraform for infrastructure as code at scale.
Do I get vendor lock-in with Elestio?

No. Every tool on Elestio is standard open-source software. You get full SSH access, full data access, and can export everything at any time. If you leave Elestio, your PostgreSQL database is still a PostgreSQL database. No proprietary formats, no lock-in.
Can I deploy my own custom application alongside open-source tools?

Yes. Elestio supports custom Docker deployments with CI/CD pipelines. Deploy your SaaS application alongside your open-source infrastructure tools. All services get the same automated backups, monitoring, and updates.

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