Quick Comparison
Key differences at a glance - cloud coverage, optimization scope, and capabilities.
| Factor | Xosphere | DeepCost |
|---|---|---|
| Cloud Support | AWS only Single cloud platform | Multi-cloud AWS, GCP, Azure |
| Optimization Scope | EC2/Compute only Spot & reserved instances | Complete infrastructure Compute + storage + AI/ML |
| Kubernetes Optimization | None Not supported | Native support Full K8s optimization |
| AI/ML Cost Optimization | None Not supported | Full support OpenAI, Anthropic, etc. |
| Pricing Transparency | Custom quotes Enterprise pricing | Transparent From $99/month |
Where Xosphere Excels
Xosphere's genuine strengths in AWS-native EC2 optimization.
AWS-Native Integration
Deep integration with AWS services and EC2 APIs, built specifically for AWS infrastructure with native AWS tooling.
Spot Instance Management
Strong spot instance orchestration with automated fallback strategies and interruption handling for EC2 workloads.
EC2 Optimization Focus
Specialized expertise in EC2 instance optimization including rightsizing and reserved instance management.
Automated Instance Management
Automated EC2 instance selection and management with workload-aware scaling for compute resources.
Where DeepCost is Better
Key advantages that make DeepCost the better choice for modern multi-cloud infrastructure.
Multi-Cloud Support
Complete optimization across AWS, GCP, and Azure - not locked into a single cloud provider like Xosphere.
Kubernetes-Native Optimization
Full Kubernetes cost optimization that Xosphere doesn't support - critical for modern containerized workloads.
AI/ML Cost Optimization
Optimizes AI service costs (OpenAI, Anthropic, Claude) that represent 30-50% of modern bills but Xosphere completely ignores.
Complete Infrastructure Coverage
Optimizes compute, storage, databases, networking, and AI services - not just EC2 instances like Xosphere.
Transparent Pricing
Clear pricing from $99/month vs Xosphere's enterprise-only custom quotes that lack transparency.
Complete FinOps Platform
Full FinOps capabilities including cost allocation, budgets, forecasting - not just compute optimization.
Which Tool for Which Use Case?
Honest recommendations based on your infrastructure and optimization needs.
AWS-Only EC2 Workloads
If you only run EC2 instances on AWS with no plans for multi-cloud, Kubernetes, or AI services, Xosphere's focused approach might work.
Multi-Cloud Infrastructure
Xosphere only supports AWS. If you use GCP, Azure, or plan to use multiple clouds, DeepCost is your only option.
Kubernetes Workloads
Xosphere has no Kubernetes optimization. DeepCost provides native K8s cost optimization critical for containerized applications.
AI/ML Heavy Workloads
Xosphere can't optimize AI service costs that often represent the largest portion of modern cloud bills.
Complete Infrastructure Optimization
When you need to optimize beyond just EC2 - storage, databases, networking, AI services, and Kubernetes.
Startup to Mid-Market
DeepCost offers transparent pricing from $99/month. Xosphere targets enterprises with custom pricing that may be prohibitive.
Why Teams Switched to DeepCost
Real stories from teams who moved from Xosphere to DeepCost for complete multi-cloud optimization.
CloudScale Technologies
- 78% total cost reduction across all clouds
- Added GCP optimization (40% of infrastructure)
- Optimized K8s clusters saving $12K/month
- Reduced AI service costs by 65%
"Xosphere was limited to AWS EC2. When we adopted GCP and Kubernetes, we needed DeepCost's multi-cloud coverage. Now we optimize everything from one platform."
AI Innovation Labs
- 71% AI service cost reduction
- Maintained EC2 optimization quality
- Added Kubernetes cost visibility
- Single platform for all optimization
"Xosphere optimized our EC2 instances well, but ignored 65% of our infrastructure. DeepCost optimizes everything - compute, AI services, and Kubernetes."
Neutral Comparison FAQ
Honest answers to common questions about both platforms.
Is Xosphere better for AWS EC2 optimization?
Xosphere specializes in AWS EC2 optimization and has deep AWS-native integration. DeepCost provides comparable EC2 optimization while also covering GCP, Azure, Kubernetes, and AI services that Xosphere doesn't support.
Can I use Xosphere if I have multi-cloud infrastructure?
No. Xosphere only supports AWS. If you use GCP, Azure, or plan to use multiple clouds, you'll need a multi-cloud solution like DeepCost.
Does Xosphere optimize Kubernetes costs?
No. Xosphere focuses exclusively on EC2 instances and doesn't provide Kubernetes optimization. DeepCost offers native Kubernetes cost optimization and visibility.
Which platform provides better overall cost savings?
DeepCost typically achieves higher overall savings by optimizing the complete infrastructure stack (multi-cloud compute, Kubernetes, AI services) rather than just AWS EC2. However, for pure AWS EC2 optimization, both platforms perform well.
Can I switch from Xosphere to DeepCost?
Yes. DeepCost can run in parallel with Xosphere to compare results before migration. Most customers transition gradually over 1-2 weeks with zero downtime.
Which tool is more cost-effective?
DeepCost offers transparent pricing from $99/month suitable for startups to enterprises. Xosphere uses custom enterprise pricing that may be less transparent and potentially more expensive for broader infrastructure needs.