CloudBolt vs CloudZero comparison

CloudBolt and CloudZero are both solutions in the Cloud Cost Management category. CloudBolt is ranked #45, while CloudZero is ranked #17 with an average rating of 7.0. CloudBolt holds a 1.3% mindshare in CCM, compared to CloudZero’s 2.3% mindshare. Additionally, 90% of CloudBolt users are willing to recommend the solution, compared to 80% of CloudZero users who would recommend it.

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80% willing to recommend

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Executive Summary

We performed a comparison between CloudBolt and CloudZero based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two Cloud Cost Management solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.

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Categories and Ranking

CloudBolt

Ranking in Cloud Cost Management

45th

Average Rating

8.4

Reviews Sentiment

7.5

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Cloud Management (29th)

CloudZero

Ranking in Cloud Cost Management

17th

Average Rating

7.6

Reviews Sentiment

6.1

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

No ranking in other categories

Mindshare comparison

As of January 2026, in the Cloud Cost Management category, the mindshare of CloudBolt is 1.3%, down from 1.3% compared to the previous year. The mindshare of CloudZero is 2.3%, up from 1.2% compared to the previous year. It is calculated based on PeerSpot user engagement data.

Cloud Cost Management Market Share Distribution
Product	Market Share (%)
CloudZero	2.3%
CloudBolt	1.3%
Other	96.4%

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AdeolaEkunola

Director at NIGERCUBES LTD

The solution offers reliable resource control but needs to improve its UI

Cloudbox is just an abstraction software. There is no need for scalability. It's quite a simple solution. You might only need to increase the resources you apply to the CloudBold deployment. If, for example, the number of users increases, you might have to check the recommendations from CloudBolt and act accordingly. We have over 100 internal users. Regarding the infrastructure it sits on, the solution sits on the private of the on-prem, a VMware infrastructure that stands across two sites, the DR and the main production. We have over 60 ESXi of Asterisk and about 500 or 1,000 virtual machines.

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reviewer2795433

Cloud Ops Lead at a tech vendor with 10,001+ employees

Centralized multi-cloud cost insights have driven smarter reporting and proactive anomaly control

In terms of improvements for CloudZero, I felt there could be potential improvements in their budget section. I have used other tools before where the budget feature is a little easier to use in terms of the UI. I also found updating their business mappings quite difficult. When I first started using the tool, one of the first things demonstrated was a YAML config file that was thousands of lines long, which had to be updated and pushed for changes to occur within CloudZero. I would like a feature where you could update elements directly through the UI, as I understand they plan to bring that into the tool at a future date, since using that long YAML file can be very difficult and lead to errors. Although CloudZero's reporting feature is very good, I feel I have used tools that have more feature-rich qualities for their reporting features than CloudZero, which could be something valuable considering their reporting feature is also popular.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The initial deployment was super easy."

"Hybrid cloud platform for VM and app deployment and management, with very good stability. It's customizable, easy to set up, and can be deployed within half an hour."

"The solution's biggest advantage is flexibility"

"I find the self-service features valuable."

"Role-based access control and application blueprinting."

"The best part of CloudZero is the UI for creating dashboards."

"CloudZero is a great tool; I have definitely enjoyed using it and have seen business benefits from it, so I am very happy with the tool."

Cons

"The management of SaaS must be improved."

"The scheduling feature of CloudBolt needs improvement because sometimes, it doesn't work."

"Could increase the number of integrations and add more out-of-the-box work flows."

"The solution is not easy to use. It's not intuitive enough to click anywhere in the solution and make it work."

"The area of integrating on-prem and cloud needs improvement."

"I would not recommend it to small setups."

"In terms of improvements for CloudZero, I felt there could be potential improvements in their budget section."

Pricing and Cost Advice

"The solution is reasonably priced."

"I rate the pricing an eight out of ten because the solution is expensive."

"The system is cheaper if a customer has fewer servers since you pay by the node."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Computer Software Company

13%

Government

10%

Manufacturing Company

University

Computer Software Company

18%

Real Estate/Law Firm

17%

Performing Arts

Wholesaler/Distributor

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	4
Midsize Enterprise	1
Large Enterprise	6

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	3
Large Enterprise	4

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What needs improvement with CloudZero?

There is a need for UI improvements. We are in discussions to provide feedback for changes and enhance the dashboard to match our requirements.

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What advice do you have for others considering CloudZero?

I would not recommend it to small setups. It is preferable for larger enterprises with significant financial needs on cloud platforms. I'd rate the solution eight out of ten.

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What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for CloudZero?

I'm not sure about the exact pricing since we have an enterprise segment. It is quite cost-friendly compared to other platforms.

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Overview

CloudBolt supports a variety of cloud technologies, from on-premises virtualization and private cloud to a wide range public and hybrid cloud configurations.

No need to rip-and-replace. CloudBolt provides easy import, syncing, and management of legacy deployments even as it helps you build out new cloud environments.

CloudBolt lets administrators create and maintain configuration standards while developing a reusable library of service and application templates.

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CloudZero is a cost management platform designed for cloud cost optimization, providing insights into cloud financials and engineering efficiency. It helps tech-savvy organizations increase profitability by monitoring spending and analyzing cost data in real time.

CloudZero provides businesses with a way to control cloud expenditure, enhancing visibility across engineering and finance departments. By offering granular insights, it allows for precise identification of cost drivers and empowers teams to take action on cost optimization opportunities. The tool aligns financial and technical data, enabling better decision-making tailored to strategic goals while fostering collaboration and efficiency.

What are some valuable features?

Cost Allocation: Identifies, categorizes, and allocates cloud expenses efficiently.
Real-Time Monitoring: Provides up-to-the-minute visibility into cloud spending and trends.
Data Integration: Seamlessly integrates with existing tools to unify cloud cost data.
Custom Insights: Offers custom metrics and insights adaptable to unique business needs.

What are some key benefits?

Actionable Insights: Provides clear and actionable insights that drive cost-efficient strategies.
Improved Financial Alignment: Bridges the gap between technical and financial teams.
Increased Efficiency: Identifies waste and opportunities to streamline cloud operations.
Enhanced Decision-Making: Facilitates data-driven decision-making through detailed analytics.

CloudZero is increasingly adopted in industries like tech, healthcare, and finance, where controlling cloud expenses and improving cost visibility are critical. Its ability to tailor insights and integrate seamlessly into existing systems makes it a prized tool for optimizing cloud costs effectively across verticals.

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Sample Customers

WM, CyWest, Panic, Camden, University of Maryland, Xerox, Neustar, Medidata, Continu, Aruba Networks, Neuberger Berman, Peak6, EverBank, Ascensus, Hosting Edge

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