Benchmarks of Virtual Private Servers

List of Virtual Private Servers Reviewed

Introduction

Between Mid-2019 and End 2022, I tested several Virtual Private Servers (VPS) for own use or for reviews. The tools I used were YABS (Yet Another Benchmarking Service) and similar benchmark tools, as well as network testing ranging from Speedtest to iperf. What began as a curiosity (what is this beast called server benchmarking?) turned into a hobby of sorts- and I learnt a lot along the way.

As on January ’23, I have decided to step away from running benchmarks of servers. If I do look at a specific plan from a provider, I will focus on a wider review (customer service, ease of ordering, payment terms, etc.). And I mention If.

For all intents and purposes, this page should be considered as an index or archive of the server benchmarks and reviews.

-Amar Vyas, Feb ’23

I encourage you to visit the directory of YABS for multitude of servers on the LowEndSpirit site.

Please note the following:

a. I have discontinued most of the services listed below.

b. Some benchmarks or services were for testing purposes only, and not a reflection of long term performance of the VPS or the provider. For a complete review, the additional criteria that need to be considered include:
-Ease of ordering and billing system
-Time for activation after payment
-Network configuration, custom ISO for operating system installation
-Network performance – iPerf and speedtest
-Troubleshooting : FAQ and customer support
-Overall robustness of the service and the provider

c. Some providers such as Nexusbytes, Hostslick, and Stockservers are no longer in business. Others have merged (PHP Friends and Avoro) or have been acquired (e.g. Wishosting).

I have added notes for the status of the respective service or provider as on January 31, 2023. This information is on a best effort basis, particularly for providers.

Click on any link below to read the review in detail for that VPS. Names marked in Bold, are work in progress reviews and will be published shortly. A review of a VPS will typically include benchmark (Yet Another Benchmarking Script or YABS, and Speedtest) as well as the overall purchase experience, use cases if any.

Types of Servers benchmarked or reviewed

Note: As on 31 January ’23, Nexusbytes appear to be no longer in business. Therefore, the below posts will be merged and archived. The list is being retained for reference purposes only.