Quick comparison
| Feature | Scaleway | STRATO |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.5 / 5 | ★ 4.3 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 12 | 10 |
| Hosting types | VPS, Dedicated | Shared Hosting, VPS |
| Starting price | R 100,34 | R 20,11 |
| Renewal from | — | R 100,54 |
| Max RAM | 2 GB | — |
| Max storage | 20 GB | 200 GB |
| Free SSL | — | Yes |
| Free backups | — | Yes |
| Headquarters | France | Germany |
| Data centers | 2 | 1 |
Scaleway
Scaleway hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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STRATO hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS | R 147,82 | 2 GB | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 100,34 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 562,84 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 804,15 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 25 638,39 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 562,84 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 562,84 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 562,84 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 562,84 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 412,84 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 100,34 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 703,60 | — | — | Visit Site |
STRATO plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 100,54 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 301,63 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 70,38 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 80,43 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 92,10 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 100,54 | — | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 100,54 | — | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 241,30 | — | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 442,39 | — | 200 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 40,22 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, Scaleway or STRATO?
STRATO has the lower entry price (Scaleway: ZAR 100.34/mo vs STRATO: ZAR 20.11/mo).
Which is better, Scaleway or STRATO?
Scaleway scores higher (Scaleway: 4.5/5 vs STRATO: 4.3/5).
Which is better for VPS, Scaleway or STRATO?
Scaleway: up to 2 GB RAM; STRATO: up to — GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
Scaleway 20 GB vs STRATO 200 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only STRATO shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
Scaleway is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between Scaleway and STRATO?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.