Hetzner vs Vultr for Docker
VPS providers optimized for running Docker containers, with fast storage and good CPU performance. This comparison only looks at the parts of the dataset that matter for Docker workloads.
Quick Verdict
Pick Hetzner if you want the stronger overall fit.
Hetzner wins this matchup on the balance of qualifying pricing, CPU, storage, and network data in the current snapshot.
Pick Vultr if one of its tradeoffs matches your priorities.
Vultr may still be the better choice if you care more about its regions, support model, or a specific feature set than the raw benchmark balance.
$4.51
2 vCPU
30 GB
Linux
Docker Requirements
Start with at least 2 GB RAM, 2 vCPU, and 30 GB storage. For this workload, Standard bandwidth is fine for most images, but frequent pulls and CI jobs benefit from generous throughput.
Operating system fit
Linux
| Feature |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $4.51/month Best Price | $20.00/month |
| Entry Plan Specs | 2 vCPU 4GB RAM 40GB NVME Fits Docker | 2 vCPU 4GB RAM 80GB SSD Fits Docker |
| CPU Score (Single) | 1,245 Fastest | 1,180 |
| Disk Read Speed | 1,850MB/s Fastest | 620MB/s |
| Network Throughput | 9,800Mbps Fastest | 5,200Mbps |
| Boot Time | 18.5seconds Quickest | 28.6seconds |
| Datacenter Regions | 4 locations | 12 locations |
| Hourly Billing | ||
| Support | ticket email phone | ticket email |
| Get Started | Visit Hetzner | Visit Vultr |
Hetzner for Docker
Best price-to-performance ratio in the market CX22 is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $4.51.
Vultr for Docker
Most datacenter locations of any provider Cloud Compute 4GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $20.00.
Keep going from here
Jump to the generic provider comparison or load this workload into the VPS selector for a broader recommendation.
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FAQ
Which is cheaper for Docker: Hetzner or Vultr?
Hetzner starts at $4.51 for a qualifying plan, while Vultr starts at $20.00.
Which provider has better performance for Docker?
Hetzner scores 1245 on the latest CPU run and Vultr scores 1180. Disk and network numbers matter just as much for this workload, so use the full table rather than a single benchmark number.
Do both providers meet the minimum requirements for Docker?
Yes. Both providers have at least one plan that clears the baseline of 2 GB RAM, 2 vCPU, and 30 GB storage.
Should I use the generic Hetzner vs Vultr comparison instead?
Use this page when Docker is the workload you care about. Use the base comparison page when you want a broader provider-level decision without a workload filter.