AWS Amplify Gen 2
Gen 2 brings a 'code-first' DX similar to SST, allowing you to define auth, data, and functions in TypeScript while deploying robust AWS infrastructure.
Pricing
Free tier
Usage-based
Adoption
→StableLicense
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—Overview
What is AWS Amplify Gen 2?
Code-first development for fullstack apps
Key differentiator
“Gen 2 brings a 'code-first' DX similar to SST, allowing you to define auth, data, and functions in TypeScript while deploying robust AWS infrastructure.”
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Who is it for?
✓ Best for
Teams committed to AWS ecosystem but wanting better DX
Recommended use case
Code-first infrastructure definitions (TypeScript)
Recommended use case
Enterprise apps needing full AWS compliance/security
Recommended use case
✕ Not a fit for
Teams avoiding vendor lock-in (deeply tied to AWS)
Not recommended
Simple hobby sites where AWS console is daunting
Not recommended
Cost structure
Pricing
Free Tier
Available
12 months free tier (15GB served, 1000 build mins/mo); New $200 credit for new accounts (July 2025)
Starts at
Pay-as-you-go ($0.023/GB stored, $0.15/GB served)
Model
Usage-based
Enterprise
Available
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Next step
Get Started with AWS Amplify Gen 2
Step-by-step setup guide with code examples and common gotchas.