ParkMyCloud
Automated Cost Optimization for the Public Cloud.
Overview
ParkMyCloud is a simple yet effective tool for cloud cost optimization that focuses on identifying and 'parking' idle resources. It allows users to schedule on/off times for non-production resources like development, testing, and staging environments, which often don't need to run 24/7, thereby generating significant savings.
✨ Key Features
- Automated scheduling for starting and stopping cloud resources
- Rightsizing recommendations
- User-based governance and policy enforcement
- Cost and savings reporting
- Multi-cloud support
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Simplicity and ease of use
- Singular focus on cost savings through resource scheduling
- Fast time-to-value
Unique Value: ParkMyCloud provides a straightforward, automated way to save a significant amount on your cloud bill by simply turning off resources when they aren't being used.
🎯 Use Cases (4)
✅ Best For
- Automatically turning off all development and QA servers at 7 PM on weekdays and all weekend.
- Giving a developer a 'snooze' button to temporarily override a parking schedule.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Organizations needing deep, real-time Kubernetes cost analysis
- Users looking for automated spot instance or commitment management
🏆 Alternatives
While comprehensive platforms include scheduling as one of many features, ParkMyCloud specializes in it, offering a more user-friendly and focused experience for this specific, high-impact use case.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Enterprise tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
✓ 14-day free trial
Free tier: Free for up to 10 instances.
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