DeployMonkey and Odoo Online take fundamentally different approaches to running Odoo. Odoo Online is a fully managed SaaS where Odoo SA hosts everything on their infrastructure with no customization. DeployMonkey is a BYOS (Bring Your Own Server) managed platform where you own the server and data while DeployMonkey handles deployment, SSL, and backups. Both get you a running Odoo instance, but the trade-offs matter depending on your needs.
Quick Comparison
| Feature | DeployMonkey | Odoo Online |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing Model | Flat monthly (from free) | Per user/month |
| Custom Modules | Unlimited | Not allowed |
| OCA Modules | Full access | Not available |
| Database Access | Full (SSH + psql) | None |
| Server Access | Full root SSH | None |
| Data Ownership | Your server, your data | Odoo SA servers |
| Odoo Versions | 14–19 | Latest only |
| SSL | Auto Let's Encrypt | Included |
| Backups | Automated S3 | Managed by Odoo SA |
| Support | Platform support | Odoo SA support |
| Vendor Lock-in | None (your server) | High |
Pricing Breakdown
Odoo Online charges per user per month. For a team of 10 users with standard apps, expect $200-400/month. For 50 users, that's $1,000-2,000/month. The per-user model scales linearly and can become expensive quickly.
DeployMonkey charges a flat monthly fee regardless of user count. The free plan covers one server and instance. The Hatchling plan ($29/month) covers unlimited instances. You pay your cloud provider separately for the server (typically $12-50/month). A 50-user Odoo deployment on DeployMonkey costs roughly $29 (DeployMonkey) + $50 (VPS) = $79/month total — versus $1,000+ on Odoo Online.
Customization
This is the biggest differentiator. Odoo Online does not allow any custom modules, third-party apps, or OCA community modules. What you see in the Odoo app store is all you get. DeployMonkey gives you full filesystem and database access — install any module, customize any code, integrate with any external system.
When to Choose Odoo Online
- You have a very small team (1-5 users) with standard needs
- You want zero infrastructure management
- You do not need custom modules or integrations
- You are evaluating Odoo and want the quickest start possible
When to Choose DeployMonkey
- You need custom modules or OCA community modules
- You want full database and server access
- You have more than 10 users (flat pricing saves money at scale)
- Data sovereignty matters — you choose where your data lives
- You want to run a specific Odoo version (14-19, not just latest)
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I migrate from Odoo Online to DeployMonkey?
Yes. Export your Odoo Online database (Settings → Database → Export), then import it into a self-hosted instance on DeployMonkey. Note that some Enterprise features may require a separate Enterprise license.
Does DeployMonkey include Odoo licensing?
No. DeployMonkey is a hosting platform. Community Edition is free. If you need Enterprise, purchase the license from Odoo SA separately.
Is Odoo Online more secure?
Odoo SA manages security for Odoo Online, which is convenient. DeployMonkey sets up SSL, firewalls, and Docker isolation, but you are ultimately responsible for server security. Both approaches are production-grade when properly configured.
Can I use Odoo Online for development?
Odoo Online is not suitable for development — no code access, no custom modules, no staging environments. DeployMonkey supports multiple instances for dev/staging/production workflows.
Which has better uptime?
Both depend on infrastructure. Odoo Online runs on Odoo SA's cloud with professional operations. DeployMonkey runs on your chosen cloud provider — your uptime depends on the provider (DigitalOcean, Hetzner, AWS, etc.). Major cloud providers offer 99.9%+ uptime SLAs.