DigitalOcean App Platform alternative with creator monetization
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
App Platform simplicity + Monetization
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
Free $0, Beginner $10/mo, Pro $75/mo with 500+ credits
No per-seat fees, no surprise bandwidth charges
Basic at $5/month, Pro at $12/container
Migrate from DigitalOcean App Platform
Follow these steps to move your project to CreateOS
- 1Create a CreateOS account
- 2Connect your GitHub repository
- 3Review auto-detected app configuration
- 4Set up database migration
- 5Configure environment variables
- 6Deploy and update DNS
DigitalOcean App Platform Alternative FAQ
Common questions about switching from DigitalOcean App Platform to CreateOS
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.
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.
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.
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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.