FlashRDP vs Hetzner
Hetzner does not sell Windows licenses, so you must install and license Windows yourself. FlashRDP ships Windows Server with a 180-day evaluation license and no OS surcharge, starting at $11.99/month with 2 vCPU · 4 GB · 50 GB SSD.
Side by side
| FlashRDP | Hetzner | |
|---|---|---|
| Windows Server | Trial or own license | Bring your own license |
| Cheapest Windows | $11.99/mo2 vCPU · 4 GB · 50 GB SSD | — |
| Cheapest Linux | $11.99/mo2 vCPU · 4 GB · 50 GB SSD | €4.50/mo |
| Crypto payments | Yes | No |
| Billing | Flat monthly | Hourly |
Competitor prices and features were checked in October 2026 against each provider's public pages and can change at any time. Always confirm on the provider's site. Spotted an error? Email legal@flashrdp.com. Source: Hetzner
Where Hetzner may fit better
- Lower entry price for small Linux servers
- European-owned provider with EU data residency
- Hourly billing for short-lived servers
Where FlashRDP fits better
- Windows Server 2019, 2022 or 2025 preinstalled at no OS surcharge
- Flat monthly price with a 1 Gbps port, no hourly metering
- Pay with cryptocurrency or a credit/debit card
- Full Administrator and root access
- Free Layer 4 DDoS protection
- Servers ready in under 3 minutes after payment
Frequently asked questions
Does Hetzner include a Windows Server license?
Hetzner does not sell Windows licenses, so you must install and license Windows yourself. FlashRDP ships Windows Server with a 180-day evaluation license and no OS surcharge, starting at $11.99/month with 2 vCPU · 4 GB · 50 GB SSD.
Can I pay Hetzner with cryptocurrency?
No, Hetzner does not accept cryptocurrency. FlashRDP accepts cryptocurrency and credit/debit cards.
What is the cheapest Hetzner server?
Hetzner Linux servers start at €4.50/month. FlashRDP plans start at $11.99/month with 2 vCPU · 4 GB · 50 GB SSD for both Windows and Linux.
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