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Vercel Pro vs Enterprise: Comparison of Critical Features
Digging into the details to understand which Vercel is right for you.
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In the rapidly evolving world of web and dev ops, choosing the right platform can make all the difference in your project's success (and if you’re looking for a new enterprise CMS, let’s talk about Sitecore XM Cloud).
Vercel has emerged as a leading player in this space, offering two robust solutions: Vercel Pro and Vercel Enterprise. But how do you know which one is right for your needs? That can be tough. At Fishtank, we're here to break down the key features of both offerings to help you make an informed decision.
Sitecore XM Cloud can leverage either Vercel Pro and Vercel Enterprise editions. You can feel confident in either option. Sitecore XM Cloud is certainly an enterprise-grade product, so it’s often fitting whether by simplicity, habit or policy to go with the enterprise version. In fact I’d estimate 90% of our customers who run Vercel are on Enterprise but that doesn’t make it the right fit for everyone.
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty of features, let's take a moment to understand what Vercel is and what these two plans offer at a high level.
Vercel is a cloud platform for static and hybrid applications, built to integrate with your headless content, commerce, or database. It provides a seamless developer experience to take care of the hard things: deploying instantly, scaling automatically, and serving personalized content around the globe.
Vercel Pro is designed for small to medium-sized teams and projects. It offers a robust set of features that cater to most standard web development and deployment needs.
Vercel Enterprise, on the other hand, is built for larger organizations or projects with more complex requirements. It provides enhanced features, greater customization options, and dedicated support to meet the needs of enterprise-level applications.
Now, let's go break down the key features of each plan to help you understand which might be the best fit for your project.
When it comes to the core functionalities, both Vercel Pro and Enterprise offer powerful capabilities. However, there are some significant differences that could impact your choice. Let's compare:
Compute Resources:
Enterprise: Offers customizable limits based on specific needs
For most projects, Pro's allocation is sufficient. However, if you're working on large-scale applications with high compute needs, Enterprise's customizable limits can be a game-changer.
Concurrent Builds:
Enterprise: Allows for customization of concurrent builds, with extra slots available at a cost
If your team is large and frequently pushing updates, Enterprise's ability to customize concurrent builds can significantly speed up your workflow.
Serverless Function Execution:
Enterprise: Up to 900 seconds (15 minutes)
For complex operations that require more processing time, Enterprise's extended execution time can be crucial.
Deployment Regions:
Enterprise: Offers more extensive multi-region support, including features like automatic failover across regions
If you're serving a global audience, Enterprise's advanced multi-region capabilities can help improve performance and reduce latency for users around the world.
Invocations:
Enterprise: Much higher rate of invocations, with customizable limits
High-traffic applications or those with spiky usage patterns may benefit from Enterprise's higher and customizable invocation limits.
Node.js Serverless Function Size:
I originally found that the Serverless Function on Pro had a 50 MB limit, but recent documentation shows it is now 250 MB for both. Serverless functions have access to the entire Node.js runtime, while Edge functions have strict dependencies and run simpler JavaScript.
Bandwidth:
Enterprise: 1.5 TB+ (customizable)
While Pro's 1 TB is sufficient for many applications, high-traffic sites or those serving large media files may need the additional bandwidth offered by Enterprise.
Team Members:
Enterprise: Unlimited
For larger organizations or growing teams, Enterprise's unlimited team size can be a significant advantage.
In today's digital landscape, security and compliance are more important than ever. Let's see how Pro and Enterprise stack up in this critical area.
SSL:
Enterprise: Custom SSL available
While Pro's automatic SSL is sufficient for most needs, Enterprise's custom SSL option provides greater control and can be necessary for certain compliance requirements.
Two-Factor Authentication (2FA):
Enterprise: Available, with additional options like SAML
Enterprise's advanced authentication options provide an extra layer of security, which can be crucial for organizations handling sensitive data.
IP and Domain Whitelisting:
Enterprise: Available
For organizations with strict access control requirements, Enterprise's whitelisting features can be indispensable.
SOC 2 Compliance:
Enterprise: Available
If your organization needs to meet SOC 2 compliance standards, Enterprise is the only option that provides the necessary documentation and support.
GDPR Compliance:
Enterprise: Supported, with additional features
While both plans support GDPR compliance, Enterprise offers additional features to help manage and demonstrate compliance.
Both Vercel Pro and Enterprise offer excellent performance, but there are some key differences in terms of reliability and advanced features.
Service Level Agreement (SLA):
Enterprise: 99.99% uptime SLA
For mission-critical applications where every minute of downtime can be costly, Enterprise's guaranteed SLA provides peace of mind.
DDoS Protection:
Enterprise: Advanced protection with support
While Pro offers basic protection against DDoS attacks, Enterprise provides more robust defenses and dedicated support in case of an attack.
Web Application Firewall (WAF):
Enterprise: Available
Enterprise's WAF provides an additional layer of security, protecting against common web exploits and attacks.
Deployment Regions:
Enterprise: More extensive multi-region support with advanced features like automatic failover
Enterprise's advanced multi-region capabilities can significantly improve performance for global audiences by reducing latency and providing redundancy.
The level of support and customization available can be a crucial factor in choosing between Pro and Enterprise.
Here is a table summarizing the features compared.
| Feature | Vercel Pro | Vercel Enterprise |
|---|---|---|
| Compute Resources | Specific limits (e.g., 1M invocations or 1,000 GB-hours) | Customizable limits based on needs |
| Concurrent Builds | 1 concurrent build, additional slots available for purchase | Customizable concurrent builds, extra slots available at a cost |
| Serverless Function Execution Time | Up to 300 seconds (5 minutes) | Up to 900 seconds (15 minutes) |
| Deployment Regions | Multiple regions for serverless functions | Extensive multi-region support with automatic failover |
| Serverless Function Invocations | 100,000 invocations per month, scalable | Higher rate with customizable limits |
| Node.js Serverless Function Size | Up to 250 MB | Up to 250 MB |
| Edge Function Size | Up to 2 MB | Up to 4 MB |
| Bandwidth | 1 TB | 1.5 TB+ (customizable) |
| Team Members | Up to 10 | Unlimited |
| SSL | Automatic SSL | Custom SSL available |
| Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) | Available | Available with additional options like SAML |
| IP and Domain Whitelisting | Not available | Available |
| SOC 2 Compliance | Not available | Available |
| GDPR Compliance | Supported | Supported, with additional features |
| Service Level Agreement (SLA) | No specific SLA | 99.99% uptime SLA |
| DDoS Protection | Basic protection | Advanced protection with support |
| Web Application Firewall (WAF) | Not available | Available |
| Standard Support | Email support with response times based on issue severity | 24/7 priority support with guaranteed response times |
| Dedicated Support | Not available | Dedicated Customer Success Manager |
| Support Channels | Email support | Email, phone, and video support |
| Solution Architects | Not included | Access to Vercel's solution architects |
| Custom Onboarding | Standard onboarding resources | Customized onboarding process |
| Performance Audits | Not included | Regular performance audits available |
| Custom Domains | Limited number | Unlimited custom domains |
| API Rate Limits | Standard limits | Customizable API rate limits |
| Advanced Configuration | Limited options | Extensive configuration options |
Choosing between Vercel Pro and Enterprise depends on your specific needs, scale of operations, and future growth plans. Here's a quick summary to help guide your decision:
Choose Vercel Pro if:
Opt for Vercel Enterprise if:
Remember, the right choice today might change as your business grows and evolves. At Fishtank, we're here to help you navigate these decisions and ensure you're making the most of your Vercel deployment, whether you choose Pro or Enterprise.
Ready to take the next step in your Vercel journey? Contact us at Fishtank, and let's explore how we can help you leverage the power of Vercel to drive your business forward. I’m personally always up for a chat. Reach out to me directly on LinkedIn.
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