Self-Hosted Deployment

OpenClaw on Contabo

Deploy OpenClaw on Contabo VPS — unbeatable specs for the price

Contabo is known for offering some of the highest resource-to-price ratios in the VPS market. With generous RAM, storage, and CPU allocations at budget-friendly prices, Contabo is ideal for teams that want maximum resources without breaking the bank. Data centers in Europe, the US, and Asia give you flexibility in deployment location.

Setup Steps

1Order a VPS or VDS with Ubuntu 22.04 from the Contabo control panel
2Select at least 4 vCPU and 8 GB RAM (standard on most plans)
3Add your SSH key and note your server IP address
4Enter your server details in the DeployClaw dashboard

Recommended Specs

VPS S: 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 200 GB SSD — €4.99/mo
VPS M: 6 vCPU, 16 GB RAM, 400 GB SSD — €8.99/mo
VDS (dedicated CPU) options available
Data centers in Germany, US, UK, Japan, Singapore, and Australia

Starting from €4.99/mo server cost + $29/mo DeployClaw

Frequently Asked Questions

Why does Contabo offer so much RAM and storage for the price?

Contabo operates its own data centers and focuses on cost efficiency over premium features. Their VPS plans include significantly more RAM and storage than competitors at similar price points, making them ideal for resource-intensive workloads like OpenClaw.

What is the difference between VPS and VDS at Contabo?

VPS plans use shared CPU cores, which is fine for most OpenClaw deployments. VDS (Virtual Dedicated Server) plans provide dedicated CPU cores for more consistent performance under heavy load. VPS is recommended for most users; choose VDS if you need guaranteed CPU performance.

Which Contabo plan should I choose?

The VPS S plan (4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM) is more than sufficient for most OpenClaw deployments and already exceeds the minimum requirements. Upgrade to VPS M if you plan to run local AI models or handle high traffic volumes.

Does Contabo support custom ISO or operating systems?

Yes. Contabo supports custom ISOs and a range of OS templates. For DeployClaw compatibility, use Ubuntu 22.04+ or Debian 12+ from their template library for the smoothest setup experience.