DigitalOcean lists 4 configurations from $25; Linode lists 2 configurations from $25. Both figures are listed prices from the Buy Cloud Mart catalogue.
How these two compare
DigitalOcean and Linode sit in different places in the Buy Cloud Mart catalogue, and the practical difference shows up in how many ways you can buy each one. The DigitalOcean listing carries 4 configurations, priced $25 to $1,050, while Linode carries 2 configurations, priced $25 to $100. DigitalOcean is the option with droplet-count tiers that scale into open port 25 builds; Linode is the option with a credit-backed trial and a single open port 25 build.
Both lines start at the same listed figure, $25, so entry price is not the deciding factor here. What separates them is the shape of the range above that entry point and the kind of configuration each one actually offers.
Both DigitalOcean and Linode list an open port 25 configuration, which is unusual in this catalogue and makes them genuinely comparable for outbound mail work. The difference is what you get underneath: DO 3 Droplet, DO 10 Droplet, 10 Droplet Open 25 Port, 25 Droplet Open 25 Port on the DigitalOcean side against Free Trial $100 Credit, Open 25 Port on the Linode side.
Quick comparison
| Comparison factor | DigitalOcean | Linode |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud platform | DigitalOcean | Linode |
| Product | Buy DigitalOcean Account | Buy Linode Account |
| Configurations listed | 4 | 2 |
| Listed price range | $25 – $1,050 | $25 – $100 |
| Platform footprint | Global | Global |
| Credit-backed options listed | Not listed | Yes |
| Open port 25 option listed | Yes | Yes |
DigitalOcean configurations listed here
- DO 3 Droplet — $25
- DO 10 Droplet — $30
- 10 Droplet Open 25 Port — $550
- 25 Droplet Open 25 Port — $1,050
Linode configurations listed here
- Free Trial $100 Credit — $25
- Open 25 Port — $100
Key differences
- Choice of configuration. DigitalOcean lists more ways to buy than Linode (4 against 2), so there is more room to match a build to a budget.
- Top of the range. DigitalOcean reaches $1,050 at the top of its listings, while Linode stops at $100.
- Credit balances. Linode lists credit-backed options; DigitalOcean’s listings describe capacity instead.
Current pricing for both accounts
The two cards below are the live product listings. Prices and configuration counts come straight from the store, so they stay accurate if either listing changes.
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Buy DigitalOcean Account
Price range: $25.00 through $1,050.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page -
Buy Linode Account
Price range: $25.00 through $100.00 Select options This product has multiple variants. The options may be chosen on the product page
Who may prefer DigitalOcean
DigitalOcean is worth reviewing first if the configuration you need is actually on its list. Its catalogue entries are DO 3 Droplet, DO 10 Droplet, 10 Droplet Open 25 Port, 25 Droplet Open 25 Port, so if one of those names matches the shape of your project, the decision is straightforward. Teams that want room to move up a ladder of sizes tend to start here.
Who may prefer Linode
Linode is the better first look if your requirement leans the other way. It lists Free Trial $100 Credit, Open 25 Port. Each option names exactly what it contains, which suits buyers who already know what they need and want to order without weighing tiers against each other.
Before you order either one
Whichever side you choose, the same checks apply. Confirm the configuration and any credit balance on the product page before ordering, and after handover change the root email where possible, enable multi-factor authentication, create a separate administrative user and review the billing settings. Credit terms are set by the cloud platform, not by Buy Cloud Mart, so verify any balance inside the provider’s own billing console once the account is yours.
Frequently asked questions
DigitalOcean starts at $25 and Linode starts at $25. Both figures are identical, so starting price does not separate them. Listed prices can change, so confirm the current figure on each product page before ordering.
DigitalOcean lists 4 configurations and Linode lists 2 configurations. Every configuration is a live product variation, so the selector on each product page always reflects what is currently available.
The two relevant listings are Buy DigitalOcean Account and Buy Linode Account. Each page sets out the configuration, credit balance where one applies, and the price before you order.
Credits are temporary balances applied by the cloud platform against eligible charges, and the terms are set by the platform rather than by Buy Cloud Mart. Verify any balance in the provider’s own billing console after transfer.
Related comparisons
Review the two product pages
Full details, every configuration and the current price sit on the product pages themselves: Buy DigitalOcean Account and Buy Linode Account. You can also browse the full cloud account catalogue, return to the provider comparison hub, read the buying FAQ, or ask a question before you order.
Buy Cloud Mart is an independent reseller of cloud accounts and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or acting as an agent of any platform named on this page. Platform names identify the accounts we supply. This comparison describes the configurations listed in our own catalogue and does not assess real-world platform performance.