Darmi Cloud vs Dokku
Dokku is the original open-source mini-Heroku: git push to your own server and it builds and runs your app. It's lean and CLI-driven. Darmi Cloud targets the same 'own your deploys' audience but with a full web dashboard, GitHub-native workflow and an optional managed cloud.
Darmi Cloud vs Dokku, feature by feature
An honest side-by-side. Where Dokku leads, we say so below.
| Feature | Darmi Cloud | Dokku |
|---|---|---|
| Self-hostable on your own VPS | ||
| Fully managed hosting (no server of your own) | ||
| Web dashboard with live build & runtime logs | CLI-first (web UI is a paid add-on) | |
| Deploy trigger | GitHub push (auto-deploy) | git push to your server |
| Any framework via Docker | ||
| Buy & connect domains in-app | Connect only (CLI) | |
| Pricing | Flat €0 / €15 / €39 per month | Free (self-hosted) |
Where Darmi Cloud stands out
A real dashboard
Projects, deployments, domains, env vars and live logs in a web UI — instead of SSH-ing into your server to run dokku commands.
GitHub-native, team-friendly
Auto-deploy on push and PR previews come from the GitHub integration — no git remotes on a server that every teammate needs SSH access to.
Managed option included
Dokku is always your server, your problem. Darmi Cloud lets you choose: managed cloud or your own VPS, same platform.
When Dokku is the better choice
Dokku is the better choice if you love a minimal, scriptable git-push workflow on a single server you fully control, want zero monthly cost, and don't need a web UI or team features.
Darmi Cloud vs Dokku — FAQ
Is Darmi Cloud a Dokku alternative with a UI?
Yes. You get the same own-your-infrastructure model when self-hosting, plus a full web dashboard, GitHub auto-deploys and live logs out of the box.
Does Darmi Cloud use buildpacks like Dokku?
No — it uses framework presets and Dockerfiles, which are more explicit and reproducible than buildpack detection.
Can my team deploy without SSH access?
Yes. Deploys are triggered from GitHub pushes and managed in the dashboard, so nobody needs shell access to a server.
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