Comparison · Ekaii Hosting vs Contabo
Ekaii Hosting vs Contabo: RAM is not everything
Contabo undercuts by advertising lots of RAM and disk. On paper, unbeatable. In practice, reviews mention slow disks, high TTFB and multi-day support. Here is the honest read.
What Contabo does well
The most RAM and storage per euro on the market. For latency- and support-insensitive workloads, the quantity/price ratio is real.
The catch
24-month commitment pricing, setup fees on monthly plans, often slow disks and CPU, support rated ~2.6/10 with multi-day delays.
Where we win
- Fast NVMe and no commitment, where Contabo locks you for 24 months.
- Responsive support from people who operate the infra, not copy-paste replies.
- Crypto payment and account-less ordering.
Head to head
| Ekaii Hosting | Contabo | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| VPS Pro (17,90 €) | vs | Contabo VPS 8 (14 €) | Contabo advertises more RAM/disk, but 24-month commitment and weaker disk/CPU; us, fast NVMe with no commitment. |
Competitor prices captured 2026-07-29. Detail and sources at /comparatifs.
Frequently asked
Why choose Ekaii Hosting over Contabo?
Fast NVMe and no commitment, where Contabo locks you for 24 months. Responsive support from people who operate the infra, not copy-paste replies. Crypto payment and account-less ordering.
Is Contabo better in some areas?
The most RAM and storage per euro on the market. For latency- and support-insensitive workloads, the quantity/price ratio is real.
Can I migrate easily?
Yes, migration is included on managed offers and we assist you. No commitment, so you can try risk-free.