Comparison
# DeployHQ vsBuddy

Both are deployment tools, but DeployHQ offers broader server support, deployment zones, and the ability to deploy behind firewalls — without the complexity of building CI/CD pipelines.

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Last updated on 6th April 2026

## 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 |
| SSO (Single Sign-On) | ✓ | ✓ |
| Managed service (no maintenance) | ✓ | ✓ |

## Where DeployHQ Wins

Key advantages that set DeployHQ apart.

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### [Deploy Behind Firewalls](/features/deploy-behind-firewalls)

DeployHQ's deploy agent deploys to servers behind firewalls without opening inbound ports. Buddy has no equivalent feature.

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### [Deployment Zones](/features/deployment-zones)

Choose from multiple geographic deployment zones to minimize latency. Deploy from the location closest to your servers.

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### [Turbo Deployments](/features/turbo-deployments)

Turbo deployments only transfer files that have changed, making your deploys significantly faster. No unnecessary uploads.

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### [One-Click Rollback](/features/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.

### Enterprise Security & SSO

Both platforms support SSO (Single Sign-On) for enterprise teams. DeployHQ's Enterprise plan includes SAML/OIDC-based SSO, allowing teams to authenticate through their existing identity provider (Okta, Azure AD, Google Workspace, and more). Combined with granular role-based permissions and IP restrictions, DeployHQ provides the security controls enterprises require.

## Who Should Use What?

Choose DeployHQ
### 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

Choose Buddy
### 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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