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Cloudinary vs jsDelivr
Both stand on cdn services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
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Cloudinary combines media lifecycle tools, APIs, and AI-assisted asset capabilities in one platform. The free tier has defined usage limits; paid options start at $89/mo (annual).
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jsDelivr offers open source file delivery with package tools, an API, and ESM support at no charge. Its stated features cover both routine package delivery and production sites with very large traffic volumes.
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| Cloudinary | jsDelivr | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Extension, Web | API, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | See the plans | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 4 | 1 |
| Maker | Cloudinary | jsDelivr |
| Website | cloudinary.com | jsdelivr.com |
| On cdn services | #4 of 35 | #8 of 35 |
Cloudinary: what it does well
- Free plan includes API, search, and upload widget.
- Supports image and video transformations and CDN delivery.
- AI tools include smart crop and generative fill.
- Integrations include Shopify, Figma, and WordPress.
What to know first
- Free plan is limited to 25 monthly credits.
- Maximum file size is 20 MB.
- Free plan bandwidth limit is 225 GB.
- Free plan support is through forums, tickets, and email.
jsDelivr: what it does well
- Free service with no bandwidth limits
- Supports JavaScript, ESM, and all web formats
- Includes 540 edge locations
- API provides package and usage statistics
What to know first
- No image optimization
- Service relies on CDN sponsors for traffic
- No free trial is listed
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