Paperspace
GPU cloud machines for ML, now part of DigitalOcean (legacy Gradient APIs deprecated)
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Product changed: Paperspace is now part of DigitalOcean. The legacy Gradient and Core APIs are deprecated, and the Gradient SDK retired on August 15, 2026. Sources: [1] [2]
What is Paperspace?
Paperspace is GPU cloud machines for ML, now part of DigitalOcean (legacy Gradient APIs deprecated) It's designed for teams already on digitalocean who need gpu vms.
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Key Strengths
- GPU cloud machines and notebooks, now part of DigitalOcean
- Unified DigitalOcean API and billing
- Simple GPU VMs for ML work
Limitations to Consider
- Legacy Gradient and Core APIs are deprecated and unavailable
- The Gradient Python SDK retired August 15, 2026
- The listing's 'Gradient platform' description is out of date
Best For
Teams already on DigitalOcean who need GPU VMs.
Skip it if: You relied on the old Gradient workflows.
Pricing
a freemium model with both free and premium features
Pay-as-you-go GPU pricing via DigitalOcean (check its pricing page). (checked Oct 11, 2026)
Sources
- https://docs.digitalocean.com/products/paperspace/
- https://docs.digitalocean.com/reference/paperspace/gradient/
- https://github.com/digitalocean/gradient-python/blob/main/MIGRATION.md
Pros, cons and pricing compiled from public sources (official pricing/docs pages, published reviews, user reports), not hands-on testing.
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What is Paperspace?
Paperspace is GPU cloud machines for ML, now part of DigitalOcean (legacy Gradient APIs deprecated) It's designed for teams already on digitalocean who need gpu vms.
How much does Paperspace cost?
Paperspace offers a freemium model with both free and premium features You can start with the free tier or upgrade to premium on their official website.
Who should use Paperspace?
Paperspace is best suited to teams already on digitalocean who need gpu vms.