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Scaleway vs Linode

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 Linode at a glance

Editorial sub-scores are RankedVendors estimates.

ScalewayLinode
Overall score80/10089/100
TierPremierElite
Capability (editorial)8189
Ease of use (editorial)7988
Value (editorial)7887
Best forSmall business, Mid-market, EnterpriseSmall business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Pricing modelQuote-basedQuote-based
Headquarters
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Verdict

Linode is the higher-ranked of the two on RankedVendors (89/100 vs 80/100), but both are credible Cloud Infrastructure options. Scaleway fits small business, mid-market, enterprise; Linode 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

Linode

Linode delivers compute, storage, and managed cloud services.

Best for: Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise

Read Linode review

Scaleway vs Linode — FAQ

Is Scaleway better than Linode?

On RankedVendors, Linode scores 89/100 versus Scaleway's 80/100, so Linode 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 Linode?

Scaleway is European cloud computing. Linode 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 Linode?

Our editorial value scores put Scaleway at 78/100 and Linode at 87/100. Scaleway is Quote-based; Linode is Quote-based. Request quotes from both to compare against your scale.