VPS Comparison
Entry-tier VPS plans compared on the specs that actually matter — price per month, real vCPU/RAM, storage type, bandwidth and whether SMTP port 25 is open. Filter to find your fit.
| Provider | Plan | $/mo | vCPU | RAM | Storage | Bandwidth | Port 25 |
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Indicative entry-tier pricing & specs (May 2026). Always confirm on the provider's site — plans, regions and policies change frequently.
🎯 How to choose
- Best value / mail: Hetzner (port 25 on request, fast NVMe)
- Most RAM/$: Contabo (but oversold, slower IO)
- Ecosystem/managed: DigitalOcean, Linode, Vultr
⚠️ Watch for
Shared/oversold vCPU, hidden bandwidth overage, port 25 blocks for email, and slow provisioning. Test real throughput with our VPS Speed Test after signup.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which VPS is best for email/SMTP?
Hetzner and OVHcloud are the friendliest for self-hosted mail — port 25 is available (open or on request). Most US-centric hosts block it by default to fight spam.
Are these prices accurate?
They're indicative entry-tier rates as of May 2026 and vary by region, billing cycle and promotions. Treat them as a starting point and confirm before purchase.
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