Serverless vs. Traditional Backend
This page will help you decide which approach to use for your project's backend and infrastructure.
Answer a few questions → Get a clear recommendation.
Options you can choose from:
Traditional backend
The classic approach, where you run your own servers or VMs (virtual machines). You have full control over infrastructure, deployment, and the runtime environment.
Serverless backend
The backend runs as individual functions hosted by a cloud provider (e.g., AWS Lambda, Azure Functions, Google Cloud Functions). You pay only for what you use, and the provider handles scaling and server management automatically.
Answer a few simple questions below. 👇
Based on your answers, you will receive specific recommendations that you can click on to view in detail.
Decision questions
Answer honestly according to the current needs of the project and the team.
1. How much traffic do you expect, and how predictable is it?
2. What is your team's size and level of infrastructure experience?
3. How do you prefer to manage costs and server maintenance?
4. How often do components or deployments change?
5. How fast does your backend need to respond?
6. How much do you want to manage your own servers and infrastructure?
Result
Based on your answers, see the recommended solution below. 👇
Each option has its own page where you will find:
- when it is appropriate
- when it is not
- typical usage
- most common mistakes
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Important note
⚠️ Both approaches are valid and often combined. The choice depends on team size, scalability, costs, and technical strategy.
Consider the result as a recommendation, not a dogma.
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