Quick comparison
| Feature | Alfahosting | DigitalOcean |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.0 / 5 | ★ 3.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 6 | 33 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting | VPS, Cloud |
| Starting price | $1.09 | $4.00 |
| Renewal from | $11.95 | — |
| Max RAM | — | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 600 GB | 4800 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | — |
| Free backups | Yes | — |
| Headquarters | Germany | New York, USA |
| Data centers | 1 | 43 |
Alfahosting
Alfahosting hosting for United States: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $5.42 Renewal: $8.68 | — | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.09 Renewal: $11.95 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $15.21 | — | 300 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $30.42 | — | 600 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $6.51 | — | 75 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $11.95 | — | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
DigitalOcean plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS | $24.00 | 4 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $4.00 | 1 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,260.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($252/mo extra) | 160 GB | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $168.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($33.60/mo extra) | 32 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $336.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($67.20/mo extra) | 64 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $672.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($134.40/mo extra) | 128 GB | 400 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,008.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($201.60/mo extra) | 192 GB | 600 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,344.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($268.80/mo extra) | 256 GB | 800 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $42.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($8.40/mo extra) | 4 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $131.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($26.20/mo extra) | 16 GB | 300 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $262.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($52.40/mo extra) | 32 GB | 600 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $524.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($104.80/mo extra) | 64 GB | 1200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $6.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($1.20/mo extra) | 1 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $12.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($2.40/mo extra) | 2 GB | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $48.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($9.60/mo extra) | 8 GB | 160 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $18.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($3.60/mo extra) | 2 GB | 60 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $24.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($4.80/mo extra) | 4 GB | 80 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $96.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($19.20/mo extra) | 16 GB | 320 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $4.00 Simple pricing · Hourly billing available · Weekly ($0.80/mo extra) | 0.5 GB | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $168.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($33.60/mo extra) | 16 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $336.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($67.20/mo extra) | 32 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,008.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($201.60/mo extra) | 96 GB | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $63.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($12.60/mo extra) | 8 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $84.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($16.80/mo extra) | 8 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $504.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($100.80/mo extra) | 64 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $126.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($25.20/mo extra) | 16 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $252.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($50.40/mo extra) | 32 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,048.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($209.60/mo extra) | 128 GB | 2400 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,572.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($314.40/mo extra) | 192 GB | 3600 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,008.00 Dedicated vCPU · Balanced RAM/CPU ratio · Weekly ($201.60/mo extra) | 128 GB | 400 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $84.00 High memory ratio (8GB/vCPU) · Dedicated vCPU · Weekly ($16.80/mo extra) | 16 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $672.00 Dedicated vCPU · 2.6GHz+ processors · Weekly ($134.40/mo extra) | 64 GB | 400 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $2,096.00 High-performance NVMe · Large storage capacity · Weekly ($419.20/mo extra) | 256 GB | 4800 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, Alfahosting or DigitalOcean?
Alfahosting has the lower entry price (Alfahosting: $1.09/mo vs DigitalOcean: $4.00/mo).
Which is better, Alfahosting or DigitalOcean?
Alfahosting scores higher (Alfahosting: 4.0/5 vs DigitalOcean: 3.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, Alfahosting or DigitalOcean?
Alfahosting: up to — GB RAM; DigitalOcean: up to 256 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
Alfahosting 600 GB vs DigitalOcean 4800 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only Alfahosting shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in United States?
Alfahosting is our pick for ease of use in United States.
How do I choose between Alfahosting and DigitalOcean?
Match plan type to your project in United States. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.