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AWS vs Hetzner

An independent, side-by-side comparison of two Cloud Infrastructure providers — scores, pricing, company-size fit, and strengths — to help you pick the right one.

AWS vs Hetzner at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

AWSHetzner
Overall score92/10086/100
TierElitePremium
Capability (editorial)9284
Ease of use (editorial)9382
Value (editorial)8883
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

AWS is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (92/100 vs 86/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. AWS fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Hetzner fits small business, mid-market, enterprise. Match the shortlist to your size and must-have features, and trial before committing.

Where each one stands out

AWS

AWS delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

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Hetzner

Hetzner delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

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AWS vs Hetzner — FAQ

Is AWS better than Hetzner?

On RankedVendors, AWS scores 92/100 versus Hetzner's 86/100, so AWS ranks higher overall in Cloud Infrastructure. The right choice still depends on your size, budget, and must-have features — see the breakdown above.

What is the difference between AWS and Hetzner?

AWS delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services. Hetzner delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services. Both compete in Cloud Infrastructure; compare their strengths and best-fit company sizes above.

Which is better value, AWS or Hetzner?

Our editorial value scores put AWS at 88/100 and Hetzner at 83/100. AWS is Quote-based; Hetzner is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.