Comparison · Updated April 2026
OMC Cloud vs. Scaleway
Scaleway is a modern French IaaS with strong GPU, ARM, and Kubernetes offerings in 5–6 European data centers. OMC Cloud offers 4× the global data center footprint, included 24/7 human support, and predictable fixed pricing.
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Scaleway (part of the French Iliad group) is one of Europe’s most modern IaaS providers, with strong GPU, ARM, and managed Kubernetes (Kapsule) offerings. OMC Cloud operates 4× more data centers globally, includes 24/7 human support on every plan, and offers fixed predictable pricing.
At a Glance
| Feature | OMC Cloud | Scaleway |
|---|
| Data Centers | 24 global | 5–6 (Paris, Amsterdam, Warsaw) |
| Entry Price | $4/mo | From €4.99/mo (Stardust ~€1.80) |
| GPU Cloud | ✅ NVIDIA | ✅ NVIDIA H100/A100/L4 |
| ARM Instances | x86 | ✅ Ampere ARM available |
| Managed Kubernetes | Container support via Docker | ✅ Kapsule (mature) |
| Bare Metal | Available | ✅ Available |
| 24/7 Human Support | ✅ Included all plans | Business support paid |
| ISO 27001 | ✅ All DCs | ✅ HDS, ISO 27001 |
Where OMC Cloud Wins
- ✓4× more data centers — 24 global vs Scaleway’s ~6 European
- ✓Asia, Middle East, Americas presence — Scaleway is Europe-focused
- ✓Included 24/7 human support on every plan
- ✓Predictable fixed pricing — Scaleway uses hourly billing that can surprise
- ✓30-day free trial with no credit card
Where Scaleway Wins
- ✓Mature managed Kubernetes (Kapsule) with autoscaling and GPU node pools
- ✓ARM instances on Ampere processors for cost-efficient compute
- ✓Modern API-first dev experience with Terraform, Pulumi, and CLI tooling
- ✓Stardust micro instances at ~€1.80/mo for hobby workloads
- ✓French/EU data sovereignty with HDS healthcare certification
- ✓Native serverless products (Functions, Containers, Jobs)
Entry Pricing
Starting price for the smallest VPS instance
Scaleway’s Stardust micro instances start at ~€1.80/mo for very small workloads, with standard tier from €4.99/mo. OMC Cloud’s $4 entry is mid-range comparable. Scaleway’s edge is its modern serverless and Kubernetes stack; OMC’s edge is global footprint and included support.
When to Choose Which
Choose OMC Cloud
You need global data center coverage beyond Europe, included 24/7 support, predictable fixed pricing, or you want a free trial without a credit card.
Choose Scaleway
You need ARM instances, you’re building on managed Kubernetes (Kapsule), you want serverless functions/containers, or you need EU/HDS data sovereignty for healthcare workloads.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does OMC Cloud have managed Kubernetes like Scaleway Kapsule?+
OMC Cloud supports container workloads via Docker. Managed Kubernetes is on the roadmap. For mature managed Kubernetes today, Scaleway Kapsule is the closer fit.
Does Scaleway have data centers outside Europe?+
No. Scaleway operates in France, Netherlands, and Poland. OMC Cloud operates 24 data centers globally including Asia, Australia, the Americas, and the Middle East.
Does Scaleway offer ARM instances?+
Yes. Scaleway offers Ampere ARM instances. OMC Cloud is x86-based.
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