{"id":1781,"date":"2020-05-21T08:10:00","date_gmt":"2020-05-21T14:10:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.scalahosting.com\/blog\/?p=1781"},"modified":"2026-01-22T08:23:28","modified_gmt":"2026-01-22T14:23:28","slug":"reseller-hosting-vs-vps-hosting-difference","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.scalahosting.com\/blog\/reseller-hosting-vs-vps-hosting-difference\/","title":{"rendered":"Reseller Hosting vs VPS Hosting Difference"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

One of the first things when starting an online business is picking the right hosting partner.<\/strong> Your provider can prove to be an indispensable help when it comes to securing your server, optimizing your website, and supporting your business growth<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, we are going to focus on two of the most common hosting solutions when launching your own online company.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is the reseller vs VPS hosting<\/strong> comparison.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The main difference between the two services is their intended purpose. Reseller hosting <\/strong>lets you partner with a host and sell their solutions as your own. Your clients will never know who the real provider is, but you are also responsible for the support servicing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

VPS hosting<\/strong> is much more versatile, allowing you to start any kind of business and utilize the server resources as you wish. Managed VPS solutions<\/strong><\/a> also include expert support from the host.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But that’s just scratching the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is Reseller Hosting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Reseller web hosting packages<\/strong><\/a> allow you to become a host without all the hassle from setting up servers, hiring personnel, or investing in hardware and software. You are basically renting storage space and bandwidth<\/strong> from your supplier, and selling them as your own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The service is very popular among designers and developers<\/strong> \u2014 people who often utilize web hosting as part of their workflow. With reseller hosting, you get a control panel<\/strong> with a management dashboard<\/strong>. This is where you can easily create accounts and allocate as much space, bandwidth, and server resources as you see fit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages of Reseller Hosting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are a few significant benefits, which make reseller hosting so lucrative.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

No technical knowledge needed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Reseller services give you all the beauty of running your own hosting company without the thousands of day-to-day tasks and activities involved. No need to know anything about server management<\/strong>, setting up an OS<\/strong>, applying security measures<\/strong> \u2014 the combination of cPanel and WHMCS has it all.  This easy entry and effortless operation make reseller packages a preferred choice if you plan to sell some web hosting yourself.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Less server expenses<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Owning, or even renting a server,<\/strong> often involves investments that might be too steep for the average startup. Not to mention the additional fees that come with hardware improvements, software licenses, monitoring, and maintenance<\/strong>. With reseller hosting plans, you are only paying for the server space and resources included<\/strong>. In addition, depending on your client’s needs, you can easily scale the accounts up or down if it\u2019s within the limits of the reseller account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Control over your finances<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Apart from cutting down on server costs, there are other ways to maximize your profits. Let’s say you find an amazing host that charges you $5\/mo for their service. Becoming their reseller means you can easily charge an overhead and not only get your hosting for free, but also gain an extra revenue stream<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What is VPS Hosting?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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VPS stands for virtual private server and depicts a type of hosting service where the client gets their own dedicated set of resource to manage<\/strong>. This is done through a process called virtualization. It allows you to split a server into several different instances<\/strong>, each with its own operating system and acting as a separate entity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

VPS servers allow the host to allocate much more space, traffic, and RAM than a shared service, boosting site performance<\/strong> and hardening security<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In terms of management, you can divide the solutions into two categories.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Managed VPS<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is the more beginner-friendly approach to virtual servers<\/strong>. You don’t need to know anything about managing a VPS, because your host will back you up with professional support. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The trained operators can assist with all kinds of technicalities<\/strong> \u2014 OS install, hardware maintenance, software updates, security patches, issue resolution<\/em>. In the meantime, you can put all your focus into the business part of things.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Unmanaged VPS <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The service is very popular among developers and server administrators<\/strong> as it gives them full control over the machine. They already have the needed know-how to set up and maintain a virtual server, so the rest is up to their imagination. Unmanaged VPS services<\/strong> often save you the added cost for support, so they are even more affordable than the average managed solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Advantages of VPS Hosting<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There’s more than a few reasons to opt-in for VPS hosting:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Full control<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

This is as close as you can get to actually owning a dedicated server<\/strong>. VPS hosts give you root access<\/strong> so you can tweak your machine to best serve your particular needs. It’s a fully-customizable environment<\/strong> where the user has the freedom to operate with nameservers, install software and plugins, even put the whole service offline.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Easy scalability<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Adding and removing server resources is a breeze when you’re on a VPS. This is essential not only for ensuring stable business growth<\/strong> but for handling unexpected traffic spikes<\/strong> as well. The scalability allows for more careful budgeting<\/strong> as well, letting you pay only for the used resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Trained support<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

You can be a wizard at building and managing websites<\/strong>, but you will inevitably need assistance at some point. This is where the reliable host comes into play and can save you a lot of headaches. Make sure you test your VPS hosting support beforehand<\/strong>, especially if you expect to need their help more often than not.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Reseller Hosting vs VPS Hosting: Which to Choose? <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So it really comes to the big question \u2014 which service should you choose \u2014 reseller hosting or a VPS solution? Reseller hosting<\/strong> is mostly suitable if you want to start your own business and mask all ties with your provider. Virtual servers<\/strong>, on the other hand, let you have full access to the machine and customize it according to your needs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scala Hosting makes VPS solutions<\/strong> even more lucrative. All managed and unmanaged virtual services come with the proprietary SPanel<\/a> \u2014 an all-in-one-solution for hosting management and server security. The best thing is, the platform is completely free, letting you cut down on the rising costs of the cPanel software<\/strong>. <\/p>\n\n\n

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