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The $5 VPS Showdown
Four hosts, four entry-level prices, one question: who actually delivers the most for under $6/month? Vultr and Linode tie at $5.00, Contabo edges up to $5.50, and Hetzner undercuts them all at $4.59. But price is just the entry ticket — we’ll tear into what each gives (or withholds) at this tier.
No fluff about "scalability" or "developer-friendly." This is raw cost vs. capability. If you’re budgeting for a single-digit monthly spend, the differences here aren’t marginal — they’re make-or-break.
FAQ
Who's the cheapest at entry?
Hetzner undercuts the rest at $4.59/month. Vultr and Linode tie at $5.00, while Contabo is marginally higher at $5.50.
Is this for budget shoppers?
If raw entry cost is the priority: yes. Hetzner's $4.59 beats the $5.00–$5.50 bracket common elsewhere.
Do prices spike after signup?
DATA PACK lacks renewal pricing. Current entry tiers: Hetzner ($4.59), Vultr/Linode ($5.00), Contabo ($5.50).
Who competes directly on base price?
Vultr and Linode match at $5.00. Contabo’s $5.50 is 18% higher than Hetzner’s $4.59.