Deployka vs Hetzner vs Selectel: Hosting for a Telegram Bot
Compare Deployka managed containers with Hetzner and Selectel VPS by resources, price, root access, and maintenance.
Short answer: Deployka simplifies deploying and managing an app from a dashboard. Hetzner Cloud and Selectel VDS provide virtual machines with more control and the responsibility to configure and maintain the server. This compares service models, not a claim that one provider fits every workload.
Reviewed October 8, 2026. Confirm current prices and configurations with each provider because plans change.
Comparison
| Service | Model | Entry configuration / price | Operational responsibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deployka Nano | Managed container for one app | ₽99 for 30 days; 256 MB RAM and 512 MB SSD | Upload code, set the start command and ENV, manage the project in a dashboard |
| Selectel VDS | Virtual server with root access | From ₽200/month; 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM, and 10 GB disk on its official page | Choose an OS; configure the runtime, processes, updates, and security |
| Hetzner Cloud | Cloud server managed through Console/API | Depends on server type and location; changes took effect June 15, 2026 | Manage the OS and app; select the configuration and additional resources |
Official sources: Deployka plans, Selectel VDS, Hetzner Cloud, and Hetzner's June 15, 2026 announcement.
Why the numbers are not directly comparable
Nano at ₽99 is a small container with 256 MB RAM and no root access. Selectel's entry VDS at ₽200 provides 1 GB RAM and control of a virtual machine, but you install and maintain the software yourself. Price alone does not show which option is better value: account for your time, IPv4, traffic, tax, backups, and the resources you actually need.
We do not quote a fixed Hetzner price: it depends on server type and location, and the latest 2026 price adjustment for new orders took effect on June 15. Check the current price list for your server type, IP options, and tax before ordering.
Choose Deployka when
- You have a ready Telegram bot, Mini App, API, or small web app.
- You prefer uploading code and managing deployment in a dashboard over root access.
- The plan limits fit and persistent data can live on the project's persistent disk.
Choose Hetzner Cloud when
- You need a cloud VM and want to manage resources through Console/API.
- An available location fits and you are prepared to administer the OS and app.
- You have checked current price, taxes, network options, and provider policies.
Choose Selectel VDS when
- You need a VDS with a fixed configuration and root access.
- You want a VDS available in Moscow or Saint Petersburg.
- You can configure the server or already have an operations workflow.
Before deploying a bot
- Estimate memory and disk from the app's actual usage.
- Configure process startup and store bot tokens securely.
- Make sure SQLite and files persist on durable storage.
- For managed hosting, start with the Deployka overview, docs, or template catalog.