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Cloudflare R2 vs Vercel Blob

Cloudflare R2 and Vercel Blob are both storage tools. Cloudflare R2: S3-compatible object storage with zero egress fees and global distribution Vercel Blob: Serverless file storage integrated into Vercel platform with simple SDK

Cloudflare R2 logo

Cloudflare R2

S3-compatible object storage with zero egress fees and global distribution

Category
Storage
Subcategory
Object Storage
Pricing
Free (10GB) / $0.015/GB-mo
Tier
free
storageobject storage
Vercel Blob logo

Vercel Blob

Serverless file storage integrated into Vercel platform with simple SDK

Category
Storage
Subcategory
Object Storage
Pricing
Free (included) / Usage-based
Tier
free
storageobject storage

Key differences

DimensionCloudflare R2Vercel Blob
PricingFree (10GB) / $0.015/GB-moFree (included) / Usage-based

Choose Cloudflare R2 if...

  • Cloudflare R2 fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Choose Vercel Blob if...

  • Vercel Blob fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is Cloudflare R2 or Vercel Blob better for beginners?
Both tools are accessible. Cloudflare R2 and Vercel Blob are similar in approachability — try both and see which workflow clicks.
Which is cheaper, Cloudflare R2 or Vercel Blob?
Both have a free pricing model. Cloudflare R2: Free (10GB) / $0.015/GB-mo. Vercel Blob: Free (included) / Usage-based. Compare their specific plans to find the best value.
Can I use Cloudflare R2 and Vercel Blob together?
Cloudflare R2 and Vercel Blob serve similar roles, so most teams pick one. However, some developers prototype in one and build production code in the other.

Verdict

Both Cloudflare R2 and Vercel Blob are strong storage options. Your choice depends on pricing preferences, platform requirements, and workflow fit.

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