Low-cost testing
Getting started with your project shouldn’t break the bank: start exploring without worrying about costs.
Development Instances
Lightweight compute for agile builds and small-scale apps.
Small but mighty
All the essential compute features you need to test and learn within Scaleway’s cloud ecosystem, from small workloads to simple applications.
Launch quickly
Get your instance up and running in 5 minutes and see your project come to life - just like that.
Effortless, efficient, and budget-friendly
Whether you’re building a prototype, testing new features, or deploying internal applications, Development virtual machines offer the ideal foundation for lightweight, low-traffic environments - without draining your budget.
Mirror your production environment with isolated, scalable test instances. Development Instances allow you to simulate real-world usage, conduct QA, and test features without affecting live users or over-provisioning resources.
Perfect for hosting blogs, landing pages, or MVPs with limited user interaction. Development Instances offer just enough performance to serve content quickly while keeping infrastructure overhead minimal.
Deploy lightweight applications like admin panels, internal CRMs, or log viewers that don’t require heavy compute power. Development Instances keep your costs low while providing the flexibility to iterate and deploy fast.
Specifications
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Architecture
AMD EPYC™ 7282 or 7281.
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vCPU
From 1 to 8 shared cores.
- memory
Memory
From 2 to 32 GB of RAM.
- bandwidth
Bandwidth
Maximum 100 Mbps.
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Operating system
Ubuntu.
- storage
Storage
Block Storage.
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General Purpose
The best best balance of performance and value for a wide range of workloads.
Compute Optimized
Built for raw CPU power and compute-intensive applications.
Memory Optimized
Designed for data-intensive workloads requiring large amounts of RAM.
Choose the cloud that makes sense
Customer data sovereignty
Dependency is the enemy of resilience: customers want their data hosted by a regional provider. Gain sovereignty with our multi-cloud tools & infrastructure.
Sustainable data centers
We recycle our hardware, only use renewable energy, and pay close attention to our water usage. Additionally, our Power Usage Effectiveness (PUE) is available online 24/7 for you to see for yourself.
Low latency
Every complete cloud ecosystem needs 100% reliability, which is why we provide nine Availability Zones in three different regions.
Frequently asked questions
What is a Virtual Instance?
A Virtual Instance is a virtual machine in the cloud.
What is a Development Instance?
Development instances offer essential compute features and are perfect for small workloads and simple applications.
How to choose the right Instance?
Scaleway offers several types of Instances, each with their own set of resources and technical specifications.
Are physical cores dedicated for Development Instances?
No, physical cores for Development virtual machines are shared.
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.