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DigitalOcean App Platform

PaaS layer on top of DigitalOcean's cloud that deploys apps, static sites, and databases from a git repo with predictable flat pricing, a common choice for teams that want AWS-adjacent power without AWS's billing complexity.

Product facts verified 2026-08-31. View primary source

Best fit: 160 employees
Typical cost: $150/mo
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Primary source
Vendor website, checked August 31, 2026.
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Pricing scope
Public pricing was available on the linked vendor page. Pricing record checked August 31, 2026; confirm plan, seats, usage, add-ons, and taxes with the vendor.
Catalog assessment
Team-size fit, typical cost, connected tools, and industry coverage are BusinessAdvisor.Guide curation inputs—not vendor claims or independent testing.

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This tool consolidates these traditional categories or point solutions.

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  • Manual server patching and OS-level maintenance

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