# DigitalOcean App Platform Alternative

## Looking for a DigitalOcean App Platform Alternative?

DigitalOcean App Platform offers simple deployment for developers who know DO. CreateOS provides similar ease of use with additional value: monetize your deployments through our template marketplace (70% revenue share), distribute finished apps through our app store, and access AI-assisted development tools.

### Quick Comparison

| Feature                | CreateOS | DigitalOcean App Platform |
|------------------------|----------|---------------------------|
| Free                   | $0       | Basic at $5/month        |
| Templates              | 150+     | 50K+                      |
| Deploy Time            | 10min    |                           |
| Creator Revenue        | 70%      |                           |

## CreateOS vs DigitalOcean App Platform: Feature Comparison

| Feature             | CreateOS | DigitalOcean App Platform |
|---------------------|----------|---------------------------|
| Git Push Deploy      |          |                           |
| Managed Databases    |          |                           |
| Static Sites         |          |                           |
| Template Marketplace  |          |                           |
| App Store            |          |                           |
| GPU Compute          |          | Separate service          |
| Kafka Included       |          |                           |
| AI Development       |          |                           |
| VMs/Droplets         |          |                           |

## Pricing Comparison

CreateOS Recommended:
- Free $0
- Beginner $10/mo
- Pro $75/mo with 500+ credits
  
No per-seat fees, no surprise bandwidth charges

DigitalOcean App Platform:
- Basic at $5/month
- Pro at $12/container

## Migrate from DigitalOcean App Platform

Follow these steps to move your project to CreateOS:

1. Create a CreateOS account
2. Connect your GitHub repository
3. Review auto-detected app configuration
4. Set up database migration
5. Configure environment variables
6. Deploy and update DNS

## DigitalOcean App Platform Alternative FAQ

### How does CreateOS compare to DigitalOcean App Platform?

Both offer simple app deployment from Git. CreateOS adds a template marketplace for monetization, an app store for distribution, and AI-assisted development tools that DO App Platform doesn't have.

### Can I still use DigitalOcean Droplets with CreateOS?

CreateOS is a self-contained platform and doesn't integrate with DigitalOcean infrastructure. However, you get managed databases, message queues, and compute included without managing VMs.

### Is the pricing similar to DO App Platform?

CreateOS uses flat monthly plans ($49 Plus, $149 Pro) which can be more cost-effective than DO's per-container pricing if you're running multiple services.

## Why Choose CreateOS Over DigitalOcean App Platform?

All the simplicity of DO App Platform plus a template marketplace and app store. Deploy apps and earn from your work.

CreateOS provides a unified execution environment for modern builders. Beyond deployment, you get access to a template marketplace where you can earn 70% revenue, an app store for distributing finished applications, and AI-assisted development tools. All with predictable flat pricing — no surprises.