ViaHost vs Hetzner, with data and no hype: when each one makes sense.
Hetzner is one of the best VPS options for price and performance, but in 2026 it raised prices sharply (up to 176% on the CPX and CCX lines). If you are looking for a European alternative, that changes the math.
ViaHost does not compete on being the cheapest VPS per vCPU: it includes a managed panel with console and snapshots, DDoS protection, cPanel hosting and privacy domains, with flat pricing and support in Spanish. Below we compare both.
| Feature | ViaHost | Hetzner |
|---|---|---|
| Entry price (VPS) | From €8/mo | From ~€5.5/mo (CX23) |
| Pricing model | Flat, no renewal increase | Raised in 2026 (up to +176% on CPX/CCX) |
| Control panel | Proxmox + noVNC console + snapshots | Cloud Console + API |
| cPanel hosting | Yes (separate hosting plan) | No |
| DDoS protection | Included | Included |
| Locations | Amsterdam (NL), Germany | Germany, Finland, USA |
| Privacy domains | Yes, WHOIS included | No |
| Support | In Spanish | In English/German |
| Virtualization | Proxmox (KVM) | KVM |
Third-party prices are indicative (checked 2026-09); verify the current price on the provider's site.
Not on price per vCPU and RAM: Hetzner is still very competitive on raw specs. ViaHost includes a managed panel, console, DDoS and an optional cPanel, with flat pricing; after Hetzner's 2026 increases the gap has narrowed.
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