Hetzner has no free tier, but cloud hosting starts at $4.49/mo for the CX23 plan, scaling up to $250.49/TB for high-bandwidth needs.
Best for: This entry-level cloud server is ideal for small projects, testing environments, or low-traffic websites
Best for: This ARM-based cloud server is a cost-effective option for specific workloads optimized for ARM architecture
Best for: A step up from CX23, this plan provides more resources suitable for growing applications or medium-sized websites
Best for: Part of the premium CPU line, CPX22 offers better single-core performance for applications that benefit from faster processing
Best for: A mid-tier ARM server, CAX21 provides more resources for ARM-native applications or services
Best for: Offering enhanced CPU and RAM, the CX43 is good for more demanding web applications, databases, or development servers
Independent analysis · Hetzner
Hetzner delivers industry-disrupting value with entry-level cloud instances like the CX23 at $4.49/mo and the ARM64-powered CAX11 at $4.99/mo, both far below the category median of $16.49/mo. Even high-performance tiers like the CX53 ($22.99/mo for 32 GB RAM) and dedicated vCPU plans like the CCX23 ($31.99/mo) offer massive resource allocations for a fraction of standard market rates. The pricing model is highly granular, with all services billed hourly so users only pay for active consumption.
Users have flagged recent price hikes of 15% to 21% on dedicated servers like the AX series, which Hetzner attributes to rising operating and hardware costs. Additionally, strict German legal compliance means users face aggressive 24 to 48-hour deadlines to resolve DMCA complaints or risk account suspension.
"It feels like Hetzner has grown a bit too fast... Higher setup fees"
"It's 21% on my AX42... it is a big increase"
"Hetzner gets hit with pretty hefty chargeback fees. They'd rather block"
Based on analysis of recent Reddit and G2 discussions.
The Snapshots plan at $0.0143/GB/mo offers industry-leading price-to-performance ratio for compute.
"Hetzner provides 4 dedicated vCPU and 16 gb of ram for only 24.49 euros"
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"Been using digital ocean... £150 monthly bill... Just migrated to Hetzner. £30 all in!"
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"Everything in Hetzner is billed per hour, so spin it up and try"
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"new Webhosting pricing structure... is a massive disappointment"
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Hetzner is an unbeatable choice for developers, startups, and infrastructure teams seeking raw, high-performance compute power without the hyper-scaler markup. It is ideal for budget-conscious projects, though teams requiring managed services might prefer DigitalOcean starting at $4/mo.
Hetzner offers cloud hosting starting at $4.49/mo for the CX23 plan, scaling up to $250.49/mo for the high-performance CCX53. Dedicated servers begin at $44/mo, with additional services like Block Storage at $0.0572/GB/mo.
This entry-level cloud server is ideal for small projects, testing environments, or low-traffic websites. It offers a cost-effective starting point for basic needs.
A step up from CX23, this plan provides more resources suitable for growing applications or medium-sized websites. It balances performance and affordability well.
Offering enhanced CPU and RAM, the CX43 is good for more demanding web applications, databases, or development servers. It provides solid mid-range performance.
This plan is designed for resource-intensive applications, larger databases, or high-traffic websites. It delivers substantial power for critical workloads.
Part of the premium CPU line, CPX22 offers better single-core performance for applications that benefit from faster processing. It is suitable for specific performance needs.
A high-performance premium CPU plan, CPX42 is excellent for demanding applications requiring top-tier processing power. It suits critical, compute-heavy tasks.
This ARM-based cloud server is a cost-effective option for specific workloads optimized for ARM architecture. It is great for development or lightweight services.
A mid-tier ARM server, CAX21 provides more resources for ARM-native applications or services. It offers a good balance of performance and efficiency for ARM workloads.
The CAX31 offers significant ARM processing power, suitable for larger ARM-optimized applications or microservices. It is a strong choice for scalable ARM deployments.
This top-tier ARM server is for highly demanding ARM-based applications or large-scale ARM deployments. It provides maximum performance within the ARM cloud line.
A high-performance cloud server, CCX13 is suitable for applications requiring strong CPU and memory. It is a good choice for robust general-purpose workloads.
This plan offers substantial resources for demanding applications, large databases, or high-traffic services. It provides excellent performance for critical infrastructure.
The most powerful cloud server, CCX53 is for extremely resource-intensive applications, big data, or enterprise-level workloads. It delivers maximum performance and scalability.
This dedicated server offers NVMe storage for high I/O performance, ideal for databases or applications needing fast disk access. It provides dedicated resources for critical tasks.
A step up in dedicated server performance with NVMe, suitable for more demanding applications or larger datasets requiring fast storage. It offers enhanced processing and I/O.
This dedicated server provides significant resources and NVMe storage for high-performance computing or large-scale applications. It is a robust choice for demanding environments.
The most powerful NVMe dedicated server, ideal for enterprise-grade applications, big data analytics, or virtualization hosts. It delivers top-tier performance and capacity.
The EX-Line offers a range of dedicated servers starting at this price, providing full control and dedicated resources for various workloads. It is a flexible option for custom setups.
This service provides scalable, persistent storage that can be attached to cloud servers, ideal for databases or applications needing flexible storage. It offers high availability and durability.
Snapshots offer point-in-time backups for cloud servers, crucial for data recovery and testing. It is an essential service for data protection and disaster recovery.
This charge applies if your server exceeds its included traffic quota, providing flexibility for unexpected spikes in usage. It ensures continuous service even with high demand.
The Load Balancer distributes incoming traffic across multiple servers, enhancing application availability and scalability. It is vital for high-traffic, resilient applications.
100% below the cloud hosting average
Hetzner costs $1–$250.49/mo as of May 30, 2026, with 22 plans.
A 4.7/5 rating at $4.35/mo (below the $10 category average) - Hetzner delivers more than it charges for. Start with CX22 ($4.35/mo). Upgrade to CX32 only after you've confirmed 4 vCPU will get used. Also compare against Kinsta ($35/mo) before deciding.
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Which plan fits you
A 4.7/5 rating at $4.35/mo (below the $10 category average) - Hetzner delivers more than it charges for. Start with CX22 ($4.35/mo). Upgrade to CX32 only after you've confirmed 4 vCPU will get used. Also compare against Kinsta ($35/mo) before deciding.
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