Cloudways vs AWS
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.
Cloudways vs AWS at a glance
Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.
Verdict
AWS is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (92/100 vs 77/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. Cloudways fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; AWS 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
Cloudways
Cloudways is managed cloud hosting.
Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Read Cloudways reviewAWS
AWS delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.
Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Read AWS reviewCloudways vs AWS — FAQ
Is Cloudways better than AWS?
On RankedVendors, AWS scores 92/100 versus Cloudways's 77/100, 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 Cloudways and AWS?
Cloudways is managed cloud hosting. AWS 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, Cloudways or AWS?
Our editorial value scores put Cloudways at 78/100 and AWS at 88/100. Cloudways is Quote-based; AWS is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.