Comparison
Expanse Host vs OVHcloud
OVHcloud is a European cloud provider with a broad VPS lineup and a strong focus on anti-DDoS protection. Expanse Host differentiates with Ryzen 9 9950X hardware and a 10Gbps network. This comparison examines where each excels.
Methodology
How we compared
This comparison is published by Expanse Host. OVHcloud pricing, hardware claims, and location list were taken from its public site as of 2026-08-04. Prices may vary by region and term. Confirm current rates on OVHcloud before choosing based on cost.
Pricing and features are sourced from public listings and may have changed. Verify on OVHcloud's website before purchasing.
Overview
At a glance
Summary
OVHcloud's VPS-1 offers more RAM at a lower entry price with included backups, though its network uplink (500 Mbps on VPS-1, 1 Gbps on VPS-2) and undisclosed CPU model may bottleneck demanding workloads. Expanse's named Ryzen 9 9950X and 10Gbps uplink on every plan provide more transparency and headroom, at a higher cost per GB of RAM. Choose based on your workload's sensitivity to CPU transparency and network throughput.
Features
Side-by-side comparison
OVHcloud's entry VPS-1 is from £3.31/mo excl. VAT with 4GB RAM and 40GB SSD; VPS-2 is from $8.50/mo with 8GB RAM and 75GB SSD (vCPU count varies by plan, exact CPU model not disclosed). Expanse's V1 Micro starts at $6.45/mo with 1 vCPU Ryzen 9 9950X and 2GB RAM. OVHcloud's entry tier offers more RAM at a lower price, but Expanse names its CPU and includes a 10Gbps network on every plan.
| Feature | | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $6.45/mo | From £3.31 ex. VAT/mo (VPS-1) or from $8.50/mo (VPS-2) |
| CPU | 1 vCPU Ryzen 9 9950X | vCPU count varies by plan; specific CPU model not disclosed on official site |
| RAM | 2GB DDR5 | 4GB (VPS-1) or 8GB (VPS-2) |
| Storage | 30GB NVMe SSD | 40GB SSD (VPS-1) or 75GB SSD (VPS-2) |
| Locations | New York, Frankfurt, Singapore, Dallas | Multiple EU, US, and APAC regions (exact list varies by plan) |
| DDoS protection | Included (Cloudflare, 500+ Tbps) | Free anti-DDoS included |
| Network uplink | 10 Gbps | 500 Mbps (VPS-1) or 1 Gbps (VPS-2) |
| Bandwidth | 2TB (NA/EU) or 1TB (APAC) | Unlimited (EU plans) |
| Backups | Not specified on VPS plans | Daily backups included |
Recommendation
Which host fits you?
Choose OVHcloud if
Choose OVHcloud if you need more RAM and vCPU for the same price and value included daily backups.
Choose Expanse Host if
Choose Expanse if you require high single-thread performance, a 10Gbps network, and robust DDoS mitigation for gaming or real-time applications.
Analysis
Where each provider shines
Strengths
OVHcloud
- More vCPU and RAM at the entry price point.
- Free anti-DDoS protection on all VPS plans.
- Daily backups included at no extra cost.
- Wide range of data centers across Europe, North America, and Asia-Pacific.
- Established provider with enterprise-grade infrastructure.
Strengths
Expanse Host
- Ryzen 9 9950X offers superior single-thread performance for latency-sensitive workloads.
- 10 Gbps network uplink vs OVHcloud's 400 Mbps.
- DDoS protection rated to absorb 500+ Tbps attacks.
- Managed game server options on the same Ryzen platform.
- Regional pricing discounts automatically applied in eligible countries.
Questions
Common questions
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