Cloud cost calculator
Set the resources you need and instantly see the cheapest real plans that provide them, across VPS, cloud and managed hosting.
How much does cloud hosting cost?
Prices swing more than most people expect. The same 4 vCPU and 8 GB machine can cost around 7 euros a month at a budget European host and several times that on a big-name cloud once you add egress and support. The trick is to compare on the resources you actually need rather than on the marketing tier, and to watch the extras that do not show up on the headline price: bandwidth overages, backups, and paid support.
What drives the price
- RAM and vCPU are the biggest levers. Doubling memory roughly doubles the base price on most clouds.
- Managed vs unmanaged. Managed hosting bundles updates, caching and support, which is worth a premium if you do not want to run a server.
- Bandwidth. Budget hosts include tens of terabytes; hyperscalers meter egress and it adds up fast.
- Region. The same plan can cost more in some regions than others.
Use the calculator above to anchor on a real number, then open a plan to see the full specification and head to the provider to confirm current pricing.
Cloud cost FAQ
How much does cloud hosting cost per month?
It ranges widely. A small 1 GB VPS starts around 5 dollars a month, a capable 4 vCPU and 8 GB machine can be as little as 7 euros at a budget European host, and premium managed hosting runs from 30 dollars up. Enter your resources above to see real matching plans.
What is a good value score?
The value score is the resources a plan includes relative to its monthly price, so higher is better. Budget hosts like Contabo and Hetzner tend to score highest, while premium managed hosts score lower because you pay for support and convenience, not just raw resources.
Should I pick managed or unmanaged hosting?
Choose managed if you would rather not run a server and want updates, caching and support included. Choose unmanaged for the best price if you are comfortable managing the machine yourself. Toggle the hosting type above to compare.