DigitalOcean is a cloud infrastructure provider offering simple, affordable compute, storage, databases, and Kubernetes for developers and small businesses.
Pricing
$4-48+ / month
Reviews
4,000+
Founded
2011
Team Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Current Deal
$200 free credit for 60 days
About DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean provides cloud infrastructure services focused on simplicity and developer experience. Its Droplets (virtual machines) start at $4/month and can be deployed in under a minute.
The platform offers managed Kubernetes, managed databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, Redis, MongoDB), Spaces object storage, App Platform for PaaS deployments, and serverless Functions.
DigitalOcean stands out for its documentation, community tutorials, and predictable pricing without surprise bills. The pricing calculator shows exact monthly costs without hidden fees.
The platform targets startups, SMBs, and individual developers who want straightforward cloud infrastructure without the complexity of AWS, Azure, or GCP.
Pricing
$4-48+ / month
Basic Droplets: From $4/month (512 MB RAM)
Managed Kubernetes: Free control plane + Droplet costs
Managed Databases: From $15/month
App Platform: Free for static sites, from $5/month for apps
Case Studies
Notable Customers
- Gitlab
- Splunk
- WeWork
