AWS Lightsail
AWS cloud with simple, fixed pricing
A simplified version of AWS with fixed monthly prices, suitable if you want to enter the Amazon ecosystem without EC2 billing complexity. Fewer features than EC2, but a much clearer bill.
Prices and data last updated: — manual check
What sets AWS Lightsail apart
Each plan includes a set monthly traffic allowance. Overage is charged at AWS data transfer rates and can be expensive.
Plans and prices
6 plans. Monthly price in the provider currency with an approximate USD conversion.
| Plan | vCPU | Memory | Storage | Traffic | Price / mo | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lightsail 1 GB Shared plans | 2 | 1 GB | 40 GB SSD | 2 TB | $5 | Details |
| Lightsail 2 GB Shared plans | 2 | 2 GB | 60 GB SSD | 3 TB | $7 | Details |
| Lightsail 2 GB Plus Shared plans | 2 | 2 GB | 80 GB SSD | 4 TB | $12 | Details |
| Lightsail 4 GB Shared plans | 2 | 4 GB | 160 GB SSD | 5 TB | $24 | Details |
| Lightsail 8 GB Shared plans | 2 | 8 GB | 320 GB SSD | 6 TB | $44 | Details |
| Lightsail 16 GB Shared plans | 4 | 16 GB | 640 GB SSD | 7 TB | $84 | Details |
Prices exclude taxes. For plans with a promo price, we use the renewal price in comparisons to keep comparisons fair. The source is the official pricing page , last data review: 14 November 2026. Check the provider page to confirm the final price.
Additional costs
These items make the difference between the advertised price and the final invoice.
Calculate your monthly cost
Pick a plan, add backups, extra IPv4 addresses and extra traffic, and see the final number before subscribing.
Prices exclude taxes and any control panel licence. Extra traffic is only charged if you actually exceed the included quota; check the regional quota table above.
Side-by-side with competitors
The cheapest plan meeting the starter requirements (2 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 80 GB storage) at each provider, in USD before taxes.
The comparison matches a price baseline, not the full specification; processors, traffic and managed services can differ. Open a provider to review all of its plans.
Pros, cons, and buying decision
Advantages of AWS Lightsail
- Fixed monthly bill that is easy to predict
- Integration with AWS services when needed
- Quick setup and a simplified interface
- Good backup and management options
Points to watch
- Weaker specifications for the price
- Traffic overage is very expensive
- Less flexible than EC2
- Larger plans become uncompetitive
When should you choose AWS Lightsail?
DecisionTeams that want to start inside the AWS ecosystem easily.
- If your budget is limited and you want maximum resources for the price.
- If its data centers (Multiple AWS regions) are close to your audience.
- If you're comfortable managing the server yourself without a paid control panel.
Questions about AWS Lightsail
Direct answers to the questions that come up before subscribing.
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Comparisons including AWS Lightsail
Compare directly with other providers in the same price tier.
Price tables across four tiers and use cases
At the 2 vCPU / 4 GB tier: Hetzner Cloud is cheaper — CPX22 (2 vCPU, 4 GB) at $18.75
At the 2 vCPU / 4 GB tier: Vultr is cheaper — Cloud Compute 2 vCPU / 4 GB (2 vCPU, 4 GB) at $20
Is AWS Lightsail the cheapest option for your project?
The answer depends on your CPU, RAM, and traffic needs. Enter the numbers and see the real comparison across all providers.