DeployHQ vs Buddy
Both are deployment tools, but DeployHQ gives you broader server support, deployment zones, and the ability to deploy behind firewalls — without the complexity of building CI/CD pipelines.
Feature Comparison
A side-by-side look at what each platform offers.
| Feature | DeployHQ | Buddy |
|---|---|---|
| Git repository integration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic deployments on push | ✓ | ✓ |
| FTP/SFTP deployment | ✓ | ✓ |
| SSH/RSYNC deployment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Amazon S3 deployment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Deploy behind firewalls | ✓ | ✗ |
| Deployment zones (geographic) | ✓ | ✗ |
| Build pipelines | ✓ | ✓ |
| One-click rollback | ✓ | Partial |
| Visual pipeline builder | ✗ | ✓ |
| Turbo deployments | ✓ | Partial |
| Managed service (no maintenance) | ✓ | ✓ |
Where DeployHQ Wins
Key advantages that set DeployHQ apart.
Deploy Behind Firewalls
DeployHQ's deploy agent lets you deploy to servers behind firewalls without opening inbound ports. Buddy has no equivalent feature.
Deployment Zones
Choose from multiple geographic deployment zones to minimize latency. Deploy from the location closest to your servers.
Turbo Deployments
Turbo deployments only transfer files that have changed, making your deploys significantly faster. No unnecessary uploads.
One-Click Rollback
Instantly roll back to any previous deployment with a single click. No need to revert commits or rebuild.
Detailed Comparison
Deployment Protocol Support
DeployHQ supports a wider range of deployment protocols out of the box, including FTP, SFTP, SSH/RSYNC, Amazon S3, Google Cloud Storage, Rackspace Cloud Files, and more. Buddy supports common protocols but lacks some of the niche options and the ability to deploy through firewalls using a deploy agent.
Build Pipelines
Both platforms support build pipelines. Buddy offers a visual drag-and-drop pipeline builder that is particularly intuitive for complex CI/CD workflows. DeployHQ provides build commands that run in isolated Docker containers, with a focus on keeping deployment configuration simple and fast.
Pricing Model
DeployHQ offers straightforward plans based on the number of projects, with unlimited deployments included. Buddy's pricing is based on pipelines and execution time, which can become expensive for teams with many projects or frequent deployments.
Who Should Use What?
Best for deployment-focused teams
- You need to deploy behind firewalls
- You want broad server protocol support
- You prefer simple, deployment-focused tooling
- You want predictable pricing with unlimited deploys
Best for CI/CD-heavy workflows
- You need complex CI/CD pipelines
- You work heavily with Docker containers
- You want a visual pipeline builder
- You need built-in CI testing workflows
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main difference between DeployHQ and Buddy?
DeployHQ focuses on deployment with broad server protocol support (FTP, SFTP, SSH, S3, and more), while Buddy is a CI/CD platform with a visual pipeline builder that is more Docker-native in its approach.
Can I migrate from Buddy to DeployHQ?
Yes. DeployHQ connects to the same Git repositories (GitHub, GitLab, Bitbucket) that Buddy uses. You can set up your projects in DeployHQ and start deploying within minutes.
Does DeployHQ support Docker like Buddy?
DeployHQ supports Docker-based build pipelines for running build commands in isolated containers. However, DeployHQ focuses on deploying code to servers rather than building and pushing Docker images.
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