ObjectRocket for MongoDB
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What is ObjectRocket for MongoDB
ObjectRocket for MongoDB is a managed MongoDB database service that provides hosted deployments with operational support such as provisioning, monitoring, backups, and scaling. It targets teams that want to run MongoDB without maintaining underlying infrastructure and day-to-day database operations. The service is positioned as a vendor-managed offering rather than self-hosted database software, with service-level features layered on top of MongoDB.
Managed MongoDB operations
The service offloads common administrative tasks such as provisioning, patching, monitoring, and backups. This can reduce the need for in-house database administration for MongoDB deployments. It is suited to application teams that prefer consuming a database as a service rather than operating database servers directly.
Operational tooling included
ObjectRocket packages operational capabilities typically required in production, such as alerting/monitoring and backup/restore workflows. These features help standardize operations across environments and reduce reliance on custom scripts. For organizations comparing DBaaS options, this aligns with expectations for managed service guardrails.
MongoDB-focused service model
The product is designed specifically around MongoDB workloads, which can simplify configuration choices compared with general-purpose cloud platforms. A focused service can make it easier to align performance, storage, and maintenance practices to MongoDB usage patterns. This is relevant for teams that do not need a broader multi-database platform.
Limited to MongoDB use cases
ObjectRocket for MongoDB is oriented around a single database engine, which may not fit organizations standardizing on multiple database types. Teams needing integrated support for other managed databases may prefer a broader platform approach. This can increase vendor sprawl if additional database services are required.
Less control than self-hosting
As a managed service, some administrative controls and low-level configuration options can be constrained compared with running MongoDB on self-managed infrastructure. This may affect teams with strict requirements for custom tuning, bespoke security tooling, or nonstandard deployment topologies. Operational processes are also tied to the provider’s supported workflows.
Provider dependency and portability
Using a managed MongoDB service introduces dependency on the provider’s service features, support processes, and available regions. Migrating away can require planning around backups, restore procedures, and cutover windows. Organizations with strong portability requirements may need to validate exit options early.
Plan & Pricing
| Plan | Price | Key features & notes |
|---|---|---|
| 2 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $46 per month | Replica set or sharded options; listed on ObjectRocket MongoDB plan table (Heroku migration / docs). |
| 5 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $95 per month | |
| 10 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $163 per month | |
| 20 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $278 per month | |
| 50 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $646 per month | |
| 100 GB (MMAP or WiredTiger) | $1,290 per month | |
| 150 GB (WiredTiger) | $1,475 per month | |
| 250 GB (WiredTiger) | $2,375 per month | |
| 500 GB (WiredTiger) | $4,375 per month | |
| 750 GB (WiredTiger) | $6,125 per month | |
| Custom / larger sizes | Custom pricing | ObjectRocket states custom sizes available upon request; contact Support / Sales. |
| Marketing/Other listing on ObjectRocket pricing page | "Starts at $19/month" and "As low as $4/GB/month" | Appears on ObjectRocket pricing/overview page (marketing/entry price). |
Notes: All price points and plan sizes above are taken from ObjectRocket's official site pages (MongoDB Heroku migration docs, general pricing/"custom pricing" page, and product pages). The vendor also documents tiered pricing and per-GB discounts; a 30-day trial availability for eligible MongoDB instances is listed on the vendor Billing FAQ.
Seller details
Rackspace Technology, Inc.
San Antonio, Texas, USA
1998
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