DigitalOcean vs Microsoft Azure
Which tool is right for you?
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Microsoft Azure
Cloud computing services for building, testing, and managing applications
★ 4.4 Custom pricing
Quick Verdict
Choose DigitalOcean if:
You need developers or startups
Choose Microsoft Azure if:
You need enterprise or microsoft shops
Feature Comparison
| Feature | DigitalOcean | Microsoft Azure |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $4/mo | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.6/5 | 4.4/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
DigitalOcean
Pros
- Simple pricing
- Great documentation
- Developer friendly
- Fast SSD
Cons
- No free tier
- Limited enterprise features
- Fewer regions than AWS
Microsoft Azure
Pros
- Microsoft integration
- Hybrid cloud leader
- Enterprise ready
- Strong compliance
Cons
- Complex pricing
- Console can be slow
- Learning curve