Choosing the right VPS provider is a critical decision for developers, businesses and digital projects. Performance, reliability, usability and pricing all play a major role in determining whether a virtual server can meet real-world requirements.

To provide transparency and objective insights, independent testing platforms regularly evaluate VPS providers under realistic conditions. Hosttest, a well-known hosting comparison platform, recently conducted an in-depth analysis of our VPS Hosting. In this article, they share their findings, as well as their overall rating of our VPS range.

Independent testing under real-world conditions

Hosttest is known for its structured testing methodology and hands-on approach. Instead of relying solely on technical specifications, the platform evaluates hosting solutions based on real usage scenarios.

For the Fasthosts VPS review, Hosttest tested the VPS 2 plan with the following configuration:

  • 2 vCores
  • 4GB RAM
  • 120GB SSD storage

The evaluation covered 5 core categories:

  • Features and equipment
  • Set up and usability
  • Performance and stability
  • Support and service quality
  • Costs and contract structure

Each category was assessed using measurable criteria and practical testing, resulting in an overall score of 4.8 out of 5 – “Excellent.”

Feature set – Flexible, scalable and well-equipped

One of the strongest aspects highlighted by Hosttest was the breadth and flexibility of the Fasthosts VPS range.

The review emphasised several key advantages:

  • Dedicated resources for CPU, RAM and storage
  • Choice of Linux and Windows operating systems
  • Multiple hardware profiles (general purpose, RAM-optimised, storage-optimised)
  • High scalability with easy upgrades
  • NVMe storage and modern infrastructure

Additional technical features such as unlimited traffic, 1Gbit/s connectivity, IPv6 support and a 99.999% uptime SLA further strengthened the overall impression.

As a result, Hosttest awarded Fasthosts the maximum score in the “Features and equipment” category.

Usability – Intuitive management and smooth provisioning

Ease of use is often underestimated when choosing a VPS provider. Hosttest therefore paid close attention to the ordering process and management tools.

The review praised:

  • A clear and straightforward ordering workflow
  • Flexible configuration options during setup
  • An intuitive customer Control Panel
  • A powerful Cloud Panel for technical administration
  • Full root access and extensive OS options

According to Hosttest, both beginners and advanced users benefit from the logical structure and accessibility of the Fasthosts management interfaces.

This resulted in a top score in the “Setup and usability” category.

Performance – Strong CPU results with a balanced overall performance

Performance testing was conducted using established benchmarking tools such as YABS and Geekbench 6.

Key results from the Hosttest benchmarks:

  • Single-core CPU performance: strong
  • Multi-core CPU performance: above average
  • Disk performance: adequate, but not leading in class

Hosttest concluded that the Fasthosts VPS delivers particularly strong CPU performance, making it suitable for compute-intensive workloads, development environments and many business applications.

While disk speeds were not the highest in the test field, they were considered sufficient for most general-purpose use cases.

Overall, the platform received a “Very good” rating for performance and stability.

Support quality – Comprehensive and reliable

Support is a decisive factor for many VPS users, especially when technical issues arise.

Hosttest highlighted the following strengths:

  • 24/7 telephone support
  • Live chat during business hours
  • Ticket-based support system
  • Extensive documentation and knowledge base
  • Generally fast response times

The review noted that access to certain specialist departments is limited to defined operating hours, but overall support quality was rated as excellent.

This combination of direct assistance and self-service resources contributed to another top score in the evaluation.

Pricing and contracts – Flexible and competitive

In the “Costs and contract” category, Hosttest emphasised the flexibility of the Fasthosts pricing model.

Key advantages identified in the review:

  • Wide range of VPS plans for different use cases
  • Monthly contract options without long-term commitment
  • Significant discounts for longer contract terms
  • Modular pricing with optional add-ons

Hosttest concluded that Fasthosts offers particularly attractive value for long-term projects while still providing flexibility for short-term deployments.

This resulted in a maximum score in the pricing category.

Overall verdict – A strong VPS choice for the UK market

Based on the comprehensive Hosttest evaluation, Fasthosts achieved an overall rating of 4.8 out of 5 (Excellent).

The review summarised Fasthosts as a well-balanced VPS solution with:

  • Strong CPU performance and modern infrastructure
  • Flexible configuration and scalability
  • Excellent usability and intuitive management tools
  • Reliable support and security features
  • Transparent and competitive pricing

Hosttest concluded that the Fasthosts VPS is suitable for a wide range of users, from developers and startups to professional business applications.

Read the full independent review

If you’d like to read the full, detailed results of Hosttest’s review of Fasthosts VPS products, you can do so by clicking the link below.

Read the full independent review here: Fasthosts VPS Review on Hosttest