If uptime matters to your business (and it should), where you host your servers plays a critical role. I recently tested 10 popular Amsterdam server hosting providers to see which ones delivered consistently high uptime — and which ones didn’t live up to the promise.
Why Amsterdam?
Amsterdam is a hub for internet connectivity in Europe, with excellent data privacy regulations and powerful infrastructure. Whether you’re a SaaS provider, eCommerce brand, or a streaming platform, Amsterdam dedicated hosting can give you low-latency performance and strong compliance benefits.
The Hosts I Tested
I tested providers that are well-known in the EU market, including:
- Leaseweb
- OVHcloud
- InterServer
- Hetzner (with Amsterdam locations)
- Contabo
- IONOS
- Scaleway
- RedSwitches
- A2 Hosting
- DigitalOcean
Each of these offers Amsterdam server hosting either directly or through EU-based data centers.
What I Looked For
My focus was on these five parameters:
- Uptime over 30 days (measured using a monitoring tool)
- Support response times
- Server setup time
- Bandwidth reliability
- Pricing transparency
The Standout Performer: RedSwitches
Among all the tested providers, RedSwitches stood out for its reliability, support, and transparent pricing. Their servers clocked in a perfect 100% uptime over the 30-day period, while others ranged between 98.9% to 99.95%.
Why RedSwitches performed better:
- Instant provisioning with custom configurations
- 24/7 expert support with actual techs (not just scripted replies)
- Seamless bandwidth with no throttling or packet loss
- Full root access with flexibility for dedicated server management
- Real-time uptime monitoring dashboards
Want to see for yourself? Check out RedSwitches’ Amsterdam Dedicated Servers one of the best options if uptime is your top priority.
Final Thoughts
While many providers offer decent hosting, only a few truly deliver enterprise-grade uptime in Amsterdam. Based on my real-world test, RedSwitches came out on top, especially if you care about performance, transparency, and reliability.
If you’re scaling a critical app, launching a media site, or moving out of shared infrastructure, Amsterdam — and RedSwitches in particular — might be your best move.
