Optimal Stack Blueprint

Best Tech Stack for Side Project

Q: What is the best tech stack for side project in 2025?

Based on our deterministic scoring, the recommended stack for side project is: SvelteKit, SQLite, Better Auth, Cloudflare Pages. This combination scores 88/100 for side project use cases.

Q: How much does it cost to build a side project application?

With the recommended stack, you can start for $0 using free tiers. As you scale, expect costs around $25-50/month for a small app, and $100-200/month for production workloads with significant traffic.

Q: Why is SvelteKit recommended for side project?

SvelteKit scores 88/100 for side project because it excels in the key priorities: cost-efficiency and time-to-market. It offers the best balance of development speed, maintainability, and cost efficiency.

Q: Can I use a different framework for side project?

Yes, we provide alternative stacks for different priorities. Check the alternatives section for options optimized for enterprise scale, budget constraints, or maximum performance.

Q: How long does it take to build a side project with this stack?

With the recommended stack and its excellent developer experience, you can expect to ship an MVP in 1-2 weeks for experienced developers, or 4-6 weeks for those learning the technologies.

Personal projects, hobby apps, or weekend builds with minimal budget.

Recommended Stack

88 /100

Optimized for Side Project

Your Optimal Stack

Best-in-class picks for each layer

Top Pick

Framework

SvelteKit

Database

SQLite

Authentication

Better Auth

Hosting

Cloudflare Pages

Alternative Approaches

Different stacks for different priorities

Maximum Speed

89 /100

Ship fast with best developer experience

SvelteKitSQLiteClerkVercel

Enterprise-Ready

88 /100

Best for scaling to large teams

Next.jsPostgreSQLClerkCloudflare Pages

Cost Breakdown

Monthly estimates by scale

Tier	Monthly Cost
Free	Free
Hobby	$10 /mo
Growth	$30 /mo

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