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DigitalOcean

Simple, affordable cloud for developers

4.6(7,800)PaidAPICloud Platforms

DigitalOcean is simple, affordable cloud for developers, best for Developers & startups. It is a paid tool starting at $4/mo, rated 4.6/5 across 7,800 reviews.

Overview

DigitalOcean offers developer-friendly cloud with predictable flat pricing, simple Droplets, managed databases, and app platform — ideal for startups and indie devs.

Key features

  • Droplets (VMs)
  • Managed databases
  • App Platform (PaaS)
  • Predictable flat pricing
  • Great docs

Pros & cons

Pros

  • Simple & predictable pricing
  • Great developer UX
  • Excellent tutorials

Cons

  • Fewer services than hyperscalers
  • Limited global regions

Integrations

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Basic Droplet

$4/mo
  • 512MB–1GB VM
  • Flat pricing
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General Purpose

$63/mo
  • Dedicated CPU
  • Scalable
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Frequently asked questions

How much does DigitalOcean cost?+

DigitalOcean starts at $4/mo. It is a paid product.

Does DigitalOcean have an API?+

Yes, DigitalOcean offers an API for integrations and automation.

Who is DigitalOcean best for?+

DigitalOcean is best suited for Developers & startups.