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bolt.diy vs DigitalOcean App Platform

bolt.diy (No-Code Builder) and DigitalOcean App Platform (Hosting/Deployment) take different approaches to development. bolt.diy: Open-source fork of Bolt for full-stack app generation and deployment via prompts DigitalOcean App Platform: Simple PaaS for deploying apps from Git with managed databases and scaling

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bolt.diy

Open-source fork of Bolt for full-stack app generation and deployment via prompts

Category
No-Code Builder
Subcategory
Web-Based
Pricing
Open Source
Tier
open-source
no-code builderweb-baseddeploymentpromptingfull-stackopen-source
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DigitalOcean App Platform

Simple PaaS for deploying apps from Git with managed databases and scaling

Category
Hosting/Deployment
Subcategory
Full-Stack PaaS
Pricing
Free (3 static) / $5/mo+
Tier
free
hosting/deploymentfull-stack paasdeployment

Key differences

Dimensionbolt.diyDigitalOcean App Platform
Pricing ModelOpen Source (open-source)Free (3 static) / $5/mo+ (free)
PlatformWeb-BasedFull-Stack PaaS
Open SourceYesNo
Capabilitiesno-code builder, web-based, prompting, full-stack, open-sourcehosting/deployment, full-stack paas

Choose bolt.diy if...

  • You need full control over the source code
  • You want a browser-based workflow with no setup

Choose DigitalOcean App Platform if...

  • DigitalOcean App Platform fits your specific workflow and team preferences

Community pros and cons

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Frequently asked questions

Is bolt.diy or DigitalOcean App Platform better for beginners?
bolt.diy is more beginner-friendly since it is web-based-based and requires less setup. DigitalOcean App Platform assumes more technical knowledge.
Which is cheaper, bolt.diy or DigitalOcean App Platform?
bolt.diy (Open Source) is the more affordable option. DigitalOcean App Platform (Free (3 static) / $5/mo+) costs more but may offer additional features.
Can I use bolt.diy and DigitalOcean App Platform together?
Yes — bolt.diy (No-Code Builder) and DigitalOcean App Platform (Hosting/Deployment) serve different roles and can complement each other in a project.
Is bolt.diy open source?
Yes, bolt.diy is open source. DigitalOcean App Platform is proprietary.

Verdict

bolt.diy and DigitalOcean App Platform solve different problems. Choose based on whether you need a no-code builder or a hosting/deployment.

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