Best fit
Who should shortlist this first
- CI/CD buyers
Drone is a container-native CI/CD platform that automates software build, test, and release workflows using Docker containers, now part of Harness.
Pricing
Free (open source)
Reviews
700+
Founded
2014
Team Size
11-50 employees
Current Deal
Free open-source edition
About Drone CI
Drone is a self-service continuous integration and delivery platform built on container technology. Every pipeline step runs in an isolated Docker container, ensuring consistent and reproducible builds.
Configuration is a simple YAML file committed to the repository. Drone supports multi-platform builds, multi-pipeline definitions, and a rich plugin ecosystem with reusable container-based plugins.
The platform scales efficiently with its runner architecture supporting Docker, Kubernetes, exec, and SSH runners. It supports both cloud and on-premises deployment models.
Now part of Harness, Drone continues as an open-source project while Harness CI extends its capabilities with hosted builds, test intelligence, and enterprise features.
Pricing
Free (open source)
Open Source: Free under Apache 2.0 license
Harness CI Free: 2,000 build minutes/month
Harness CI Team: $25/developer/month
Buyer Fit & Commercial Snapshot
Buyer teams
Common buyer roles
- Open Source
- Self-Hosted Option
- API Available
Commercials
Commercial snapshot
Pricing
Free (open source)
Reviews
700+
Founded
2014
Team Size
11-50 employees
Procurement
Questions to answer before purchase
- Confirm security, access controls, and onboarding ownership directly with the vendor.
- Validate how Free (open source) pricing scales as usage grows.
- Review website and support resources before procurement review.
- Compare the current deal terms against standard packaging and renewal structure.
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Stack Fit, Alternatives & Trust
Ecosystem
Commonly evaluated with
Webex SuiteObsidianCyberArkHerokuOpen SourceSelf-Hosted OptionAPI Available
Alternatives
Other products buyers may compare
- GitHub Actions
- GitLab CI/CD
- Argo CD
- Jenkins
- TeamCity
- Buildkite
- Codefresh
Trust
Signals available today
- Users value Drone for its Docker-native approach and simple YAML configuration. The plugin system is extensible and well-documented. Some users migrated to Harness CI for hosted features.
- LinkedIn company profile available
- Profile refreshed Mar 30, 2026
- Public profile launched Mar 30, 2026
Executive scan
Summary and what a claimed profile unlocks
Drone CI is a ci/cd product positioned for buyers that want stronger context around pricing, category fit, and real-world proof before committing to a shortlist.
How should buyers evaluate this profile?
Start with category fit, pricing posture, and buyer proof. Then confirm rollout support and procurement readiness directly with the vendor.
What makes the profile stronger after a vendor claims it?
Claimed profiles unlock richer buyer-fit notes, rollout guidance, procurement details, outcome proof, alternatives, and freshness updates.
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Case Studies
Enterprise deployment at scale
A mid-market company implemented Drone CI across 3 departments, reducing operational overhead and consolidating their workflow into a single platform...
ROI within first quarter
After switching to Drone CI, the team reported measurable improvements in efficiency and a positive return on investment within 90 days...
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Notable Customers
- eBay
- VMware
- Cisco
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