OVHcloud has released VPS Gen2, its latest generation of virtual private servers, designed for small and medium-sized businesses. The new service is built on KVM hypervisor technology and provides users with dedicated compute resources in an isolated environment. According to OVHcloud, the VPS Gen2 series is aimed at customers seeking straightforward, cost-conscious hosting options for websites, applications, and development projects.
Key Details
- Capacity: Dedicated CPU, RAM, and storage with full administrative control.
- Scalability: Resources such as RAM and CPU can be upgraded with minimal disruption.
- Data Protection: Backup and snapshot options included for continuity.
- Connectivity: Global data center footprint; VPS Gen2 available in the US and other OVHcloud regions.
- Target Market: SMBs needing a middle option between shared hosting and large-scale cloud deployments.
Market Context
The VPS market is competitive, with offerings from providers such as:
- DigitalOcean: droplets for developers, transparent pricing
- Vultr: broad geographic presence
- Linode/Akamai: community-driven infrastructure
- Kamatera: pay-as-you-go customization
- Hostinger / SiteGround: budget entry points for SMBs
VPS Gen2 positions OVHcloud within this landscape as a provider emphasizing predictable pricing and enterprise-level infrastructure, in contrast to hyperscaler services like AWS or Azure, which may be more complex for SMB adoption.
Asia Cloud View – The Intel
- Product Fit: VPS Gen2 is part of OVHcloud’s effort to capture the SMB segment, where demand is high for affordable hosting with reliable performance.
- Competition: OVHcloud will be competing directly with developer-first platforms (DigitalOcean, Vultr) and managed hosting providers popular among SMBs in Asia.
- Regional Angle: While the launch is US-led, APAC SMBs represent a growing market for lightweight VPS solutions, especially in e-commerce, SaaS, and app development.