Should you run your scripts, bots or self-hosted apps on your own mini PC or on a rented VPS? The answer depends on how long you plan to run them. This calculator compares the total cost of both options over 1 to 5 years.
Mini PC vs VPS: Total Cost Calculator
Compare the total cost of running your own mini PC 24/7 with renting a VPS over 1 to 5 years.
Mini PC at home
VPS
Electricity per month = power × 24 h × 30 days ÷ 1000 × rate. Repairs, replacement and internet costs are not included.
How to read the results
- The mini PC costs more up front but only adds electricity after that.
- The VPS costs little to start but charges every month.
- When the “Difference” column turns positive, the mini PC has become the cheaper option.
Beyond cost
- Reliability: a VPS keeps running through power cuts and home internet outages; a mini PC needs a UPS and a stable connection.
- Performance: for the same money, a mini PC usually gives you more CPU, memory and storage.
- Maintenance: with a mini PC you handle hardware failures yourself.
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