Super Simple Host vs Cloudflare Pages

Super Simple Host vs Cloudflare Pages

Cloudflare Pages and Super Simple Host both offer modern static website hosting with global CDN capabilities. Cloudflare Pages leverages Cloudflare's massive edge network and integrates deeply with their ecosystem of services. Super Simple Host is a focused static hosting platform with built-in APIs and features designed for professional websites and applications requiring dynamic client-side capabilities.

This guide provides a comparison to help you choose the right hosting solution for you.

Feature Comparison

Deployment Options

Cloudflare Pages: Deployment through Git integration with GitHub and GitLab. Supports automatic deployments on push with preview deployments for pull requests. Also offers Direct Upload via CLI or API for deploying pre-built files.

Super Simple Host: Multiple deployment options to fit your workflow:

  • Git integration - Connect GitHub, GitLab, or Bitbucket repositories for automatic deployments on push
  • CLI deployment - Deploy directly from your terminal with a single command, no Git required
  • Manual upload - Upload build artifacts through the dashboard for complete control

Build Process & Framework Support

Cloudflare Pages: Built-in build system that automatically detects and builds popular frameworks (Next.js, Astro, Hugo, Jekyll, etc.). Offers build configuration through environment variables and build settings. Build minutes are unlimited on the free plan but builds can time out after 20 minutes.

Super Simple Host: Framework-agnostic - deploy any static site generator's output. You control the build process locally or in your CI/CD pipeline. No build timeouts, no build configuration to manage. Simply deploy the built files.

Advanced Features

This is where the platforms diverge significantly. Cloudflare Pages integrates with Cloudflare Workers for edge computing, while Super Simple Host provides built-in client-side APIs that require no server code.

Dynamic Functionality

Cloudflare Pages: Dynamic features require Cloudflare Workers (Functions). You write JavaScript/TypeScript code that runs at the edge. Workers have their own pricing tier and usage limits. Requires understanding of edge computing concepts and writing server-side code.

Super Simple Host: Every deployed website includes access to advanced client-side APIs - no server code required:

  • AI proxy - OpenAI-compatible API that protects your API keys and adds rate limiting
  • Form backend - Handle contact forms with email delivery, no server code required

Security Features

Cloudflare Pages: Includes DDoS protection and WAF through Cloudflare's network. Access control requires Cloudflare Access (separate paid product) or custom Workers code for authentication logic.

Super Simple Host: Multiple security options included:

  • Password protection - Protect your entire site or specific folders with passwords
  • Member areas (Pro) - Create authenticated member-only sections with user management
  • DDoS protection - Built-in protection against attacks
  • Private deployments - Host private sites without exposing source code

URL Management

Cloudflare Pages: URL routing through _redirects file or _headers file. More complex routing requires Cloudflare Workers functions. Supports redirects and rewrites but with syntax specific to Cloudflare.

Super Simple Host: Powerful URL management through supersimple.json:

  • Rewrites - Hide file extensions, implement clean URLs, proxy paths
  • Redirects - Permanent and temporary redirects with pattern matching
  • SPA routing - Proper fallback handling for single-page applications
  • Wildcard patterns - Complex routing logic without server code

Analytics & Monitoring

Cloudflare Pages: Web Analytics available but requires adding a JavaScript beacon to your pages. Analytics are part of the broader Cloudflare Analytics suite. Privacy-focused but requires configuration and adds load to your pages.

Super Simple Host: Privacy-friendly anonymous traffic analytics included automatically. GDPR-compliant without cookies or tracking scripts. View page views, visitor counts, and traffic sources directly in your dashboard. No cookie banners required, no JavaScript to add.

Content Management

Cloudflare Pages: No built-in CMS. Content management through Git commits or third-party headless CMS integrations. Non-technical users must learn Git workflows or use external tools.

Super Simple Host: Built-in CMS (Pro plan) for managing content without touching code. Edit pages, blog posts, and media through an intuitive interface. Perfect for clients or team members who don't use Git.

Performance & Distribution

Cloudflare Pages: Served through Cloudflare's extensive global CDN network with over 275 locations worldwide. Exceptional performance with automatic edge caching. Assets are distributed globally by default.

Super Simple Host: Hosted on premium infrastructure in Germany powered by green electricity. Optional global CDN distribution across multiple data centers worldwide. Choose between single-region hosting or global distribution based on your needs. GDPR-compliant hosting in the EU.

Configuration Management

Cloudflare Pages: Configuration split between multiple files and locations: _redirects for routing, _headers for HTTP headers, environment variables in the dashboard, and wrangler.toml for Workers. Settings scattered across the Cloudflare dashboard.

Super Simple Host: Single supersimple.json file in your project root controls all site configuration. Version control your settings alongside your code. Declarative configuration for domains, redirects, rewrites, security, and more.

Integration & Ecosystem

Cloudflare Pages: Deep integration with the Cloudflare ecosystem: Workers, KV storage, R2 storage, Durable Objects, D1 database, and more. Powerful but requires learning Cloudflare-specific technologies and managing multiple services.

Super Simple Host: Focused platform with essential features built-in. No need to learn proprietary technologies or manage multiple services. Client APIs work out of the box with standard JavaScript. Works with any external services you choose.

Pricing Comparison

Cloudflare Pages: Free tier with generous limits:

  • Unlimited static requests
  • 500 builds per month
  • 100 custom domains
  • Workers Functions have separate limits (100,000 requests/day on free plan)
  • Paid plans start at $20/month for additional features and higher limits

Super Simple Host: Straightforward pricing with all features included:

  • $10/month (Basic) - Unlimited websites, 25GB storage, 250GB bandwidth, includes all client APIs, analytics, and form backend
  • Pro plan - 100GB storage, 1TB bandwidth, adds built-in CMS and member areas
  • Agency plan - 250GB storage, 5TB bandwidth, adds white-label client logins and billing features

No hidden costs, no per-site pricing, no need to understand complex billing for edge functions.

Privacy & Data Residency

Cloudflare Pages: Content distributed globally across Cloudflare's network. Data residency varies by edge location. Cloudflare is a US company subject to US data laws.

Super Simple Host: Hosted in Germany with strict GDPR compliance. Choose single-region hosting for guaranteed data residency in the EU, or opt into global CDN distribution. All data storage and primary hosting in Germany, powered by green electricity.

Migrating from Cloudflare Pages

Moving from Cloudflare Pages to Super Simple Host is straightforward:

  1. Build your site - Run your existing build command to generate static files (the same output you deploy to Cloudflare)
  2. Create a project - Sign up and create a new project in the Super Simple dashboard
  3. Deploy - Either connect your Git repository or use the CLI to deploy your build output
  4. Configure domains - Add your custom domain and point DNS to Super Simple (SSL is automatic)
  5. Migrate configuration - Convert your _redirects and _headers files to supersimple.json format
  6. Replace Workers - If using Workers for forms or AI features, use Super Simple's built-in APIs instead

Your existing static site generator works without modification. If you're using Workers for dynamic features, you can replace them with Super Simple's client-side APIs or continue using external services.