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Scaleway vs IBM Cloud

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.

Scaleway vs IBM Cloud at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

ScalewayIBM Cloud
Overall score80/10090/100
TierPremierElite
Capability (editorial)8190
Ease of use (editorial)7987
Value (editorial)7886
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
Founded

Verdict

IBM Cloud is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (90/100 vs 80/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. Scaleway fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; IBM Cloud 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

Scaleway

Scaleway is European cloud computing.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Scaleway review

IBM Cloud

IBM Cloud delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read IBM Cloud review

Scaleway vs IBM Cloud — FAQ

Is Scaleway better than IBM Cloud?

On RankedVendors, IBM Cloud scores 90/100 versus Scaleway's 80/100, so IBM Cloud 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 Scaleway and IBM Cloud?

Scaleway is European cloud computing. IBM Cloud 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, Scaleway or IBM Cloud?

Our editorial value scores put Scaleway at 78/100 and IBM Cloud at 86/100. Scaleway is Quote-based; IBM Cloud is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.