Contabo
VerifiedHigh-spec, affordable VPS and dedicated server hosting with large RAM and storage allocations.
Subscription
$6.99/mo
No free trial
Startups (1–50)
Apr 2026
What is Contabo?
Contabo is a German cloud and dedicated server provider known for offering some of the highest specifications at the lowest prices in the hosting market. Its VPS plans offer significantly more CPU, RAM, and storage than comparable plans from AWS, DigitalOcean, or Linode at a fraction of the cost. Contabo is popular with developers, game server operators, and businesses running self-hosted applications who prioritise raw compute power over managed services or premium support. Data centres are located in Europe, USA, and Asia.
Key Features
Pricing
subscription
$6.99/month
Cloud VPS starting from $6.99/month.
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Who is Contabo best for?
Best for
Contabo is designed for startups and small teams.
Popular in these industries:
Pros & Cons
Pros
- Outstanding specs per dollar
- EU and US data centre locations
- No contracts — cancel anytime
- Large storage allocations
- Good for self-hosted applications
Cons
- Support quality below premium providers
- Less managed than DigitalOcean or Cloudways
- Control panel is basic
- Network performance less consistent
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Contabo used for?
- High-spec, affordable VPS and dedicated server hosting with large RAM and storage allocations.
- Who is Contabo best for?
- Contabo is primarily designed for startups and small teams.