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Argo CD vs Depot

Updated June 2026 · A structured head-to-head comparison.

GitOps continuous delivery for Kubernetes.

Fast remote Docker image builds.

The verdict

Both Argo CD and Depot are credible ci cd tools, and the right pick comes down to your priorities.

Argo CD — GitOps continuous delivery for Kubernetes.

Choose Depot if you'd rather have broader platform coverage. Fast remote Docker image builds.

Argo CD vs Depot: side by side

DimensionArgo CDDepot
Starting priceFreeFree – $20/mo
Free planYesYes
Pricing modelOpen sourceUsage-based
Best forDevops Teams, Platform EngineersDevelopers, Devops Teams
PlatformsSelf HostedWeb, Api, LinuxWinner
Rating4.6/54.6/5

Argo CD key facts

Vendor
CNCF
Pricing
Open source — Free
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Self Hosted
Best for
Devops Teams, Platform Engineers
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2018
Headquarters
Open source (CNCF)

Depot key facts

Vendor
Depot
Pricing
Usage-based — Free – $20/mo
Free tier
Yes
Platforms
Web, Api, Linux
Best for
Developers, Devops Teams
Editor rating
4.6 / 5
Founded
2021
Headquarters
United States

Frequently asked questions

Is Argo CD better than Depot?

Neither is universally better — Argo CD edges ahead on overall rating, but the best choice depends on price, platforms, and your use case. See the side-by-side table above.

Is Argo CD or Depot cheaper?

Argo CD is the more affordable of the two to get started, at free. Argo CD starts at free; Depot starts at free – $20/mo.

Can Argo CD replace Depot?

Yes for most teams — both are ci cd tools with heavily overlapping features. The main trade-offs are pricing and platform support, covered in the comparison above.