Upstash vs DigitalOcean
Which tool is right for you?
Quick Verdict
Choose Upstash if:
You need serverless or edge functions
Choose DigitalOcean if:
You need developers or startups
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Upstash | DigitalOcean |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | Custom | $4/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.7/5 | 4.6/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Upstash
Pros
- Serverless
- Great free tier
- Edge-ready
- Simple pricing
Cons
- Limited to Redis/Kafka
- Cold starts
- Newer platform
DigitalOcean
Pros
- Simple pricing
- Great documentation
- Developer friendly
- Fast SSD
Cons
- No free tier
- Limited enterprise features
- Fewer regions than AWS