Cloudinary features without the credit confusion
Simple storage and bandwidth pricing. No credits to track. All features included from day one.
Feature comparison
See how Stack0 CDN compares to Cloudinary.
| Feature | Stack0 | Cloudinary |
|---|---|---|
| Storage & Delivery | ||
| File uploads | ||
| Global CDN | ||
| Direct URL uploads | ||
| Presigned uploads | ||
| Private files | ||
| Image Processing | ||
| Image resize | ||
| Format conversion | ||
| Quality optimization | ||
| On-the-fly transforms | ||
| WebP/AVIF support | ||
| Video | ||
| Video uploads | ||
| HLS streaming | ||
| Adaptive bitrate | ||
| Video transcoding | ||
| Developer Experience | ||
| TypeScript SDK | ||
| Type-safe API | ||
| Simple pricing model | ||
| No credit system | ||
| Platform Integration | ||
| Email integration | ||
| Screenshot API | ||
| AI extraction | ||
Pricing comparison
Simple, usage-based pricing with no hidden fees.
Stack0
Plus $0.10/GB storage
Cloudinary
Plus plan with credits
Why developers switch
Simple, predictable pricing
No credits, no transformations quota, no bandwidth tiers. Pay per GB stored and transferred. Easy to understand and budget.
Unified developer platform
CDN is just one part. Stack0 also handles email, screenshots, and AI extraction. One SDK for your entire backend.
TypeScript-first SDK
Full type safety with autocomplete. Cloudinary's SDK works but lacks the modern DX developers expect.
No feature gates
All features available on all plans. Cloudinary locks advanced features behind higher pricing tiers.
Transparent billing
Cloudinary's credit system can be confusing. Stack0 shows exactly what you'll pay: storage + bandwidth.
Fast integration
Get files uploading in minutes. No complex configuration or media library setup required.
Frequently asked questions
How does pricing compare to Cloudinary?
Cloudinary uses a credit-based system that combines storage, transformations, and bandwidth. Stack0 charges separately for storage ($0.10/GB/month) and bandwidth ($0.25/GB). For most use cases, Stack0 is significantly simpler and often cheaper.
Does Stack0 have the same image transformations?
Stack0 covers the most common transformations: resize, crop, format conversion, quality optimization. Cloudinary has more advanced options like AI-based cropping and artistic filters. Most apps don't need those advanced features.
What about video processing?
Stack0 supports video uploads, HLS streaming, and adaptive bitrate delivery. For complex video editing or AI-based video features, Cloudinary has more options. For standard streaming needs, Stack0 works great.
Can I migrate my existing assets from Cloudinary?
Yes. You can upload files to Stack0 via direct URLs, so migration is straightforward. Point to your Cloudinary URLs and we'll import the files.
Does Stack0 have Cloudinary's DAM features?
Stack0 focuses on developer use cases rather than enterprise DAM (Digital Asset Management). If you need complex folder structures, approval workflows, or brand portals, Cloudinary might be better. For API-first file handling, Stack0 is ideal.
What about the free tier?
Stack0 gives you $5 in credits to start, which covers significant usage. Cloudinary offers a free tier with monthly credits that reset. For ongoing projects, Stack0's usage-based model is more predictable.
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