Vultr vs DigitalOcean
Which tool is right for you?
Quick Verdict
Choose Vultr if:
You need global apps or game servers
Choose DigitalOcean if:
You need developers or startups
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Vultr | DigitalOcean |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $2.5/mo | $4/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.4/5 | 4.6/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Vultr
Pros
- 32+ locations
- Hourly billing
- Bare metal option
- Fast deployment
Cons
- Basic control panel
- Limited managed services
- Support can be slow
DigitalOcean
Pros
- Simple pricing
- Great documentation
- Developer friendly
- Fast SSD
Cons
- No free tier
- Limited enterprise features
- Fewer regions than AWS