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Explore the right compute for your needs

We offer a wide range of virtual cloud servers designed to offer the best price/performance ratio and meet varying workload needs. Use the table below to quickly compare Instances and choose the right one for your needs.

Development

Lightweight compute for non-critical workloads.

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  • Shared vCPU
  • High overprovisioning
  • 1-8 vCPUs
  • 2-32GB RAM
  • 100 Mbps bandwidth
  • x86 architecture
  • Ubuntu
  • No SLA

From €0.10/month

General Purpose

The best balance of price and performance.

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  • Shared or dedicated vCPU
  • Low or no overprovisioning
  • 2-64 vCPUs
  • 4-256GB RAM
  • 100 Mbps-10 Gbps bandwidth
  • x86, ARM architecture
  • Ubuntu, Windows
  • SLA

From €10.22/month

Compute Optimized

Built for compute-intensive applications.

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  • Dedicated vCPU
  • No overprovisioning
  • 2-96 vCPUs
  • 4-192GB RAM
  • 100 Mbps-10 Gbps bandwidth
  • x86 architecture
  • Ubuntu
  • SLA

From €38.83/month

Memory Optimized

Built for memory-intensive applications.

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  • Dedicated vCPU
  • No overprovisioning
  • 2-64 vCPUs
  • 16-512GB RAM
  • 100 Mbps-10 Gbps bandwidth
  • x86 architecture
  • Ubuntu
  • SLA

From €75.19/month

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Flexible IP addresses can be managed independently of any Instance. Flexible routed IPv6 addresses are free of charge; you can assign up to 5 flexible routed IPv4 addresses.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a virtual instance?

A virtual instance is a machine in the cloud.

How can I get started?

Before getting started, you need to create an account on the Scaleway console and and have either an Owner status or IAM permissions.
To create your Instance, follow the steps indicated in the console; learn more here.

In which regions and Availability Zones are Scaleway Virtual Instances available?

Our Virtual Instances are available in all our regions Paris (France), Amsterdam (Netherlands), and Warsaw (Poland). You can check the Instance availability guide to discover where each Instance type is available.

How am I billed for Instances consumption?

You can opt for a “pay as you go” model, paying only for what you consume. This approach gives you the flexibility to provision resources and delete resources when needed.
If you anticipate a consistent usage volume, Savings Plans offer a flexible pricing structure designed to optimize compute costs. By committing to a consistent monthly spend, you can benefit from up to 25% discount for long-term savings.
Learn more about Savings Plans here.

How can I secure my Instance?

All Instances are natively with our Virtual Private Cloud and its Private Networks. You can add it through the console or automate your deployment on a secure network with Terraform.
Learn more here.

Which operating systems are available?

You can deploy, manage, and scale your applications on the system image of your choice, whether it's Windows, Ubuntu, CentOS, or Fedora. You can find the full list here.

Do you offer Service Level Agreements?

Yes, we offer Service Level Agreements; learn more here.

What type of support is available?

Scaleway offers 4 different support plans to match your needs: Basic, Advanced, Business, and Enterprise. You can find all the information, including pricing, here.

What is the difference between a virtual machine and a container?

A virtual machine (VM) and a container are two different ways to deploy applications.
VMs run a full operating system (OS), are resource-intensive, and provide strong isolation between one another. They’re ideal for applications requiring complete OS isolation.
On the other hand, containers share the host OS kernel, are lightweight, and provide isolated processes and file systems. They’re ideal for applications that can run on the same OS and need quick deployment and scaling.