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Linode vs Scaleway

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.

Linode vs Scaleway at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

LinodeScaleway
Overall score89/10086/100
TierElitePremium
Capability (editorial)8984
Ease of use (editorial)8886
Value (editorial)8788
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
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Verdict

Linode is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (89/100 vs 86/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. Linode fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Scaleway 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

Linode

Linode delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Linode review

Scaleway

Scaleway delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Scaleway review

Linode vs Scaleway — FAQ

Is Linode better than Scaleway?

On RankedVendors, Linode scores 89/100 versus Scaleway's 86/100, so Linode 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 Linode and Scaleway?

Linode delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services. Scaleway 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, Linode or Scaleway?

Our editorial value scores put Linode at 87/100 and Scaleway at 88/100. Linode is Quote-based; Scaleway is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.