Comparing DigitalOcean and Blossom is interesting because DigitalOcean is a foundational cloud provider, while Blossom builds on top of providers like DigitalOcean to simplify app deployment.
Here’s a quick comparison to help you choose the right platform.
DigitalOcean App Platform
- More affordable than AWS, Azure, and GCP
- Streamlined ecosystem — fewer services, but still powerful for most use cases
- Popular among developers for personal projects and side apps
- Good those who don’t mind setting up and configuring servers
- Open-by-default network model — easier for quick setup, but can expose services to unwanted traffic
- Private VPCs are supported though with explicit configuration
Blossom
- Simple app deployment platform that runs on top of DigitalOcean and other providers
- No vendor lock-in — bring your own cloud
- Ideal for small to medium-sized teams
- Easy to get started with git-based deployments
- 5-day free trial. Predictable per-server pricing
- Full server access with managed infrastructure
Quick Comparison
| Feature | DigitalOcean App Platform | Blossom |
|---|---|---|
| Deployment | Manual | Simple, git-based |
| Pricing | Complex, Usage-based | Simple, Per server |
| Learning Curve | Medium | Low |
| Infrastructure | Self-managed or managed | Managed |
| Server Access | Full | Full |
Conclusion
DigitalOcean is a solid IaaS — popular among independent developers and engineers who are comfortable configuring servers manually. While it offers a more affordable alternative to major cloud providers, it still requires technical expertise to manage and deploy your apps.
Blossom builds on top of Cloud Providers like DigitalOcean to offer a simple app deployment process. You get Heroku-style simplicity with more flexibility and full server access — without the complexity of managing infrastructure directly.
See How Blossom Compares on Cost
Use the calculator to compare Blossom's predictable pricing against other platforms.
Want a deeper dive? Read our comprehensive comparison of popular deployment platforms.