Contabo vs IONOS
2026 comparison on prices, plans, regions and editorial verdict.
19 plans 9 regions Since 2003
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Contabo | IONOS |
|---|---|---|
| From | €3.6/mes | $1/mes |
| Plans | 19 | 2 |
| Regions | 9 | 8 |
| HQ | Múnich, Alemania | Karlsruhe, Alemania |
| Categories | VPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storage | Shared hostingVPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storageManaged hosting |
| Rating | 4.3/5 | 4/5 |
Contabo
Best pick when you need lots of cheap RAM and disk globally and don't mind variable CPU bursting. Trustpilot ~4.5/5 across 8500+ reviews.
Pros
- Unbeatable RAM and disk per euro
- 11 global locations (incl. Japan, India, Australia)
- Unlimited traffic up to 1 Gbit/s
- Object Storage with no egress fees
- Dedicated AMD EPYC (VDS and bare metal)
- API, CLI and cloud-init for automation
Cons
- Variable sustained CPU on shared VPS
- One-time setup fee on smaller VPS plans
- Ticket support can take 24-48h
- Strict initial account verification
- No LATAM nor Africa region
IONOS
Best option for European SMBs that want real phone support. Decent pricing.
Pros
- 24/7 phone support
- Own datacenters
- Budget shared hosting
Cons
- Low promo pricing, expensive renewal
- Noisy panel UI
- Aggressive upselling
Category overlap
Both offer
VPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storage
Only Contabo
Only IONOS
Shared hostingManaged hosting
Frequently asked questions
Contabo or IONOS: which is cheaper?
Contabo from €3.6/mo vs IONOS from $1/mo. IONOS is cheaper on its entry plan.
Which provider has better region coverage?
Contabo offers 9 regions. IONOS offers 8 regions.
Which has the better editorial rating?
Contabo: 4.3/5 · IONOS: 4/5.