Best OpenClaw Hosting
Providers Compared
Independent, unbiased comparison of every OpenClaw hosting provider. Pricing, security, features, and honest verdicts — so you can pick the right one.
Side-by-Side Comparison
All pricing as of February 17, 2026. Click a provider name to jump to their full review.
| Provider↑ | Status↑ | From↑ | Top Tier | Free? | Security↑ | Integrations↑ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hostinger↓New | Live | $5.99/mo | $12.99/mo | No | Strong 40.8/100 | 0 |
| NEAR AI Cloud↓Most InnovativeUpdated | Pre-launch | TBD | TBD | No | Good 36/100 | 4 |
| OpenClaw Rocks↓New | Live | TBD | TBD | No | Good 34.1/100 | 0 |
| OpenClawHosting.io↓Best for TeamsUpdated | Live | $29/mo | $399/mo | No | Good 32.4/100 | 8 |
| ClawHosters↓Best GDPRNew | Live | €19/mo | €59/mo | No | Good 28.5/100 | 4 |
| OpenClaw Setup↓New | Live | Free | TBD | Yes | Good 27.9/100 | 1 |
| RunClaw.ai↓Best BudgetUpdated | Beta | $13/mo | $19/mo | No | Good 25.8/100 | 4 |
| Kilo Claw↓ | Pre-launch | Free | TBD | Yes | Good 24.5/100 | 7 |
| V2Cloud↓New | Live | TBD | TBD | No | Good 22.9/100 | 3 |
| ClawBook↓ | Live | $20/mo | $60/mo | No | Good 21/100 | 8 |
| Contabo↓New | Live | €4.50/mo | €49/mo | No | Good 21/100 | 4 |
| ClawClaw↓New | Live | $0.60/day | $0.90/day | No | Basic 18.6/100 | 2 |
| TapnClaw↓New | Live | $14.99/mo | $19.99/mo | No | Basic 17.2/100 | 1 |
| ClawSimple↓Cheapest ManagedUpdated | Live | $8.25/mo | $29.08/mo | Yes | Basic 17/100 | 1 |
| ClawHosting.io↓Updated | Live | $5/mo | $15/mo | No | Basic 17/100 | 9 |
| ClawdHost↓New | Live | TBD | TBD | No | Basic 16.7/100 | 0 |
| OpenClaw Cloud↓New | Live | $24.99/mo | $24.99/mo | Yes | Basic 16/100 | 3 |
| OpenClaw Launch↓New | Live | TBD | TBD | No | Basic 12.5/100 | 0 |
| ShipClaw↓Best Value Bundle | Live | $49/mo | $200/mo | No | Basic 11.6/100 | 1 |
| Operator.io↓Best for Multi-AgentUpdated | Live | $15/mo | $150/mo | No | Basic 10.8/100 | 2 |
| LobsterLair↓ | Live | $19/mo | $19/mo | No | Basic 9.7/100 | 1 |
| MissionClaw↓Best for Agent TeamsNew | Live | $79/mo | $149/mo | No | Basic 8/100 | 9 |
| Cognio Labs↓White Glove SetupNew | Live | $499 | $499 | No | Basic 7.8/100 | 9 |
| ClawHost Cloud↓Updated | Live | $10/mo | $350/mo | No | Basic 7.5/100 | 0 |
| EasyClaw↓New | Live | $49/mo | $49/mo | Yes | Basic 7.5/100 | 1 |
| StartClaw↓New | Live | $49/mo | $200/mo | No | Basic 7.3/100 | 6 |
| DeployClaw↓Best for ControlUpdated | Live | $29/mo | $399/mo | No | Basic 7/100 | 4 |
| ClawCloud↓New | Live | $29/mo | $129/mo | No | Basic 7/100 | 4 |
| MoltCave AI↓New | Live | TBD | TBD | No | Basic 7/100 | 0 |
| GetClaw.ai↓Best Free Option | Live | Free | $49/mo | Yes | Basic 6.7/100 | 9 |
| ClawNest↓Updated | Live | $49/mo | $199/mo | No | Basic 6.7/100 | 2 |
| agent37.com↓ | Live | $3.99/mo | $9.99/mo | No | Basic 6.2/100 | 0 |
| MyClaw.ai↓Updated | Live | $19/mo | $119/mo | No | Basic 5.7/100 | 5 |
| xCloud↓Most Locations | Live | $24/mo | $24/mo | No | Basic 5.7/100 | 2 |
| OpenClaw Host↓ | Live | $19/mo | $99/mo | No | Basic 5.5/100 | 4 |
| EZClaw↓New | Live | $0.05/hr | $0.05/hr | No | Basic 5.5/100 | 2 |
| openclaw.host↓Updated | Pre-launch | TBD | TBD | No | Basic 5.4/100 | 0 |
| BoostedHost↓New | Live | $10/mo | $70/mo | No | Basic 5.2/100 | 0 |
| ClawRun↓ | Live | $10/mo | $350/mo | No | Basic 4.7/100 | 0 |
| EasyClaw Pro↓New | Live | $5/mo | $20/mo | No | Basic 3.9/100 | 3 |
| ClawDeploy↓New | Live | $24.99/mo | $83.99/mo | No | Basic 3.9/100 | 1 |
| Clawy↓Updated | Pre-launch | $29/mo | $29/mo | No | Basic 3/100 | 3 |
| OpenClawd.ai↓Updated | Live | Free | $50/mo | Yes | Basic 3/100 | 9 |
| Clawhost (Dev)↓Updated | Live | $25/mo | $25/mo | No | Basic 2.8/100 | 5 |
| MyClaw Host↓ | Pre-launch | TBD | TBD | No | Basic 1.8/100 | 4 |
| SimpleClaw↓Updated | Live | Free | $20/mo | Yes | Basic 0/100 | 1 |
Detailed Reviews
In-depth analysis of each provider based on our research. Ranked by overall recommendation.
Hostinger
LiveNew Feb 13Major hosting provider with one-click OpenClaw deployment and Nexos AI credits included
Security: Hostinger is a well-established hosting company (founded 2004, 4M+ customers, 1000+ employees) that offers OpenClaw as a pre-configured Docker template on their KVM-based VPS platform.
Key Features
- ✓One-click OpenClaw deployment
- ✓Nexos AI credits included
- ✓KVM VPS with dedicated resources
- ✓Full root access
- ✓AI-powered assistant for setup
- ✓Extensive documentation and tutorials
Strengths
- +One-click deploy — lowest friction of any VPS option
- +Nexos AI credits included (no API key setup)
- +Massive company with extensive docs and support
- +Very affordable entry point ($5.99/mo promo)
Weaknesses
- −Promo pricing increases on renewal ($8.99-12.99/mo)
- −No messaging integrations pre-configured
- −General VPS provider — OpenClaw is one product among many
Verdict: Best mainstream VPS option for OpenClaw. One-click deploy and included AI credits lower the barrier significantly. Promo pricing is aggressive but renewal is still reasonable.
NEAR AI Cloud
Pre-launchMost InnovativeUpdated Feb 13OpenClaw in Trusted Execution Environments with cryptographic privacy
Security: NEAR AI Cloud stands out with a genuinely differentiated security architecture: hardware-enforced Trusted Execution Environments (Intel TDX + NVIDIA Confidential Compute) that provide cryptographic privacy guarantees rather than trust-based promises.
Key Features
- ✓24/7 operation via Telegram
- ✓Persistent memory
- ✓Gmail, Calendar, Notion integration
Strengths
- +Only genuinely novel security technology
- +Hardware-level guarantees others can't match
- +Well-funded ($500M+ NEAR Protocol)
Weaknesses
- −Pre-launch with limited access (application required)
- −NEAR token association limits mainstream appeal
- −TEE protects from host, not from the agent itself
- −Crypto/Web3 branding may hurt credibility
Verdict: Most innovative security approach, but limited availability and crypto-native focus. Watch this space.
OpenClaw Rocks
LiveNew Feb 16Placeholder — pending scoring
Security: OpenClaw.rocks is a very early-stage (beta) provider run by a single founder (Jannes Stubbemann) through a German UG (micro-company).
Key Features
Strengths
Weaknesses
Verdict: Pending assessment
OpenClawHosting.io
LiveBest for TeamsUpdated Feb 10Multi-agent platform with enterprise team features and management dashboard
Security: OpenClawHosting.io is the same entity as DeployClaw (operated by Macrofix Software Private Limited).
Key Features
- ✓Multi-agent support (2-unlimited)
- ✓All messaging platforms
- ✓Custom domain
- ✓Scheduled automations
- ✓Backup snapshots (weekly-hourly)
- ✓API access (read-only to full CRUD)
- ✓White-label dashboard (Business)
Strengths
- +Real team/enterprise features
- +Multi-agent support
- +SSO/SAML and white-label options
- +14-day money-back guarantee
Weaknesses
- −Platform fee + separate server/AI costs = complex pricing
- −More expensive than it first appears
Verdict: Best for teams and agencies managing multiple agents. The only provider with SSO, multi-seat, and white-label.
ClawHosters
LiveBest GDPRNew Feb 11German solo-dev managed hosting with GDPR compliance and 60-second provisioning
Security: ClawHosters is a solo-founder German startup (Daniel Samer / Yixn.io, Kleinunternehmer) that launched in February 2026.
Key Features
- ✓60-second one-click deployment
- ✓SSH access to container
- ✓Fully managed (auto-updates, security patches, backups)
- ✓Persistent conversation storage
- ✓Dedicated VPS (not shared instances)
- ✓Pre-warmed VPS pool for fast provisioning
Strengths
- +GDPR compliant — only provider explicitly certifying this
- +German datacenter with data sovereignty
- +SSH access included on all tiers
- +Solo dev responsive support (<20 min response, even weekends)
- +Real paying customers (HN Show post, first customer in 6 days)
Weaknesses
- −Solo founder — bus factor risk
- −EUR pricing only
- −New entrant (Feb 2026)
Verdict: The GDPR-compliant choice. German datacenter, end-to-end encryption, SSH access on all tiers. Solo dev but responsive. Great for EU users who need data sovereignty.
OpenClaw Setup
LiveNew Feb 10Privacy-focused managed hosting with full cost transparency and key separation
Security: OpenClaw Setup is a solo-operated managed hosting provider (Gregory Potemkin / Lemon AI LLC, Wyoming) for the open-source OpenClaw AI agent framework.
Key Features
- ✓Managed hosting for OpenClaw + Telegram
- ✓Full cost transparency (usage by model and time)
- ✓API key separation from agent
- ✓Security-by-design
- ✓No server management required
Strengths
- +Strong emphasis on cost transparency
- +API key separation is a real security feature
- +Privacy-conscious positioning
Weaknesses
- −Free tier limited to first 50 seats
- −Telegram-only integration
- −New entrant, limited details available
Verdict: Privacy-focused option with free BYOK hosting (first 50 seats). The API key separation is a real differentiator for security-conscious users.
RunClaw.ai
BetaBest BudgetUpdated Feb 10Budget managed hosting with dedicated VMs and EU-based infrastructure
Security: RunClaw.ai is a beta-stage managed OpenClaw hosting provider with dedicated Hetzner VMs in Germany and solid infrastructure security (Docker sandbox, UFW, fail2ban, SSH key-only auth, AES-256 key encryption).
Key Features
- ✓5-minute deployment
- ✓Full SSH access
- ✓Auto-updates with rollback
- ✓EU-based hosting (Hetzner Germany)
- ✓Web terminal
- ✓Daily backups
Strengths
- +Cheapest managed hosting with dedicated VMs
- +Full SSH/root access
- +Transparent pricing breakdown
- +EU data residency (GDPR-friendly)
Weaknesses
- −Still in beta
- −No social proof yet
- −EU-only (geographic limitation)
Verdict: Best budget option with real VM isolation. Great for EU-based users who want SSH access and transparent pricing.
Kilo Claw
Pre-launchPre-launch platform from Kilo.ai with 1.4M user base and 500+ models
Security: Kilo Claw (KiloClaw) is a pre-launch product — currently waitlist-only — from Kilo Code, Inc., an established company serving 1.4M+ developers with its AI coding tools and Gateway API.
Key Features
- ✓500+ AI models
- ✓50+ platform integrations
- ✓Built on existing Kilo.ai infrastructure
- ✓Credit-based pricing
Strengths
- +Massive existing user base (1.4M)
- +500+ model support
- +Established platform adding OpenClaw
- +Could become a major player
Weaknesses
- −Pre-launch, no live product
- −OpenClaw is an add-on, not the core product
- −Pricing unclear
- −May lack OpenClaw-specific optimizations
Verdict: High potential due to existing scale, but OpenClaw hosting is a side feature, not the core product. Watch this space.
V2Cloud
LiveNew Feb 10Enterprise VM-based hosting — run OpenClaw alongside your work apps in a cloud desktop
Security: V2Cloud is an established Canadian VDI/DaaS provider (founded ~2016, rated 4.8/5 on G2) that added OpenClaw hosting as one of many application hosting options alongside QuickBooks, AutoCAD, Sage, etc.
Key Features
- ✓Full VM-based hosting (not containers)
- ✓24/7 OpenClaw operation
- ✓Install work apps alongside OpenClaw
- ✓Scale RAM/CPU with single click
- ✓Unified workspace concept
Strengths
- +Established desktop virtualization company
- +Full VM isolation — strongest resource guarantees
- +Unified workspace with other apps
- +Enterprise-grade infrastructure
Weaknesses
- −OpenClaw is an add-on, not core product
- −Pricing unclear for OpenClaw specifically
- −Overkill for most personal agent use cases
Verdict: Enterprise option from an established VM provider. Best for organizations that want OpenClaw running alongside their existing cloud desktop.
ClawBook
LiveGlobal datacenter hosting with crypto payment option
Security: ClawBook is a VPS-based hosting provider using WHMCS for billing and OneProvider for infrastructure.
Key Features
- ✓One-liner install (curl | bash)
- ✓Global datacenters
- ✓Docker and custom config options
- ✓Crypto payments accepted
- ✓Auto-updates
- ✓99.9% uptime claim
Strengths
- +Crypto payment option — unique in market
- +Multiple datacenter regions
- +Docker-native deployment
- +Strong security (Docker isolation, UFW, auto-patches)
Weaknesses
- −curl | bash install pattern is a security risk
- −Limited differentiation
Verdict: Decent option if you want crypto payments or global datacenter choice. The curl-pipe-bash install is a red flag for security-conscious users.
Contabo
LiveNew Feb 13Budget-friendly OpenClaw VPS from established hosting provider with 450K+ servers worldwide
Security: Contabo is a well-established German VPS provider (22 years, 225k+ customers) offering OpenClaw as a 1-click pre-installed add-on.
Key Features
- ✓9 global regions, 11 locations
- ✓Unlimited traffic
- ✓DDoS protection
- ✓450,000+ servers worldwide
- ✓Predictable monthly pricing
- ✓Dedicated OpenClaw landing page
Strengths
- +Extremely affordable — €4.50/mo entry point
- +Massive established infrastructure (450K+ servers)
- +Unlimited traffic included
- +DDoS protection included
Weaknesses
- −General VPS provider — OpenClaw setup may require technical knowledge
- −No managed OpenClaw features (dashboard, one-click integrations)
- −EUR pricing may not appeal to US users
Verdict: Best budget VPS option from a well-established hosting provider. €4.50/mo with DDoS protection and unlimited traffic is hard to beat. No managed features — you run OpenClaw yourself.
ClawClaw
LiveNew Feb 12Agent templates and multi-agent fleets with pay-per-day pricing
Security: ClawClaw (operating as ClawHost at clawhost.cloud; clawclaw.click was unreachable during review) is a very young platform (GitHub repo created 2026-02-01, 126 stars) that provisions dedicated VPS instances with OpenClaw pre-installed.
Key Features
- ✓Agent templates (pre-built domain expertise)
- ✓Multi-agent fleets (parallel, pipeline, collaborative modes)
- ✓Pay-per-day pricing ($0.60-$0.90/day)
Strengths
- +Agent templates save setup time
- +Multi-agent fleet orchestration unique in market
- +Pay-per-day keeps commitment low
Weaknesses
- −New entrant (Show HN Feb 2026)
- −Multi-agent features unproven
Verdict: Interesting agent template and multi-agent fleet concept. Free tier plus $0.60/day keeps barrier low.
TapnClaw
LiveNew Feb 10Proactive AI assistant that messages you first — zero technical knowledge required
Security: TapnClaw is a new provider (launched February 2026) offering dedicated VPS-based OpenClaw hosting on Hetzner infrastructure behind Cloudflare.
Key Features
- ✓Proactive messaging (agent messages you first)
- ✓Reminders and check-ins
- ✓5-minute deployment
- ✓Choice of Claude or ChatGPT
- ✓Zero technical knowledge required
- ✓Non-technical user friendly
Strengths
- +Unique proactive messaging angle
- +Dead simple — no technical knowledge needed
- +Dedicated server (not shared)
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only integration
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Interesting proactive messaging angle — the agent reaches out to you, not just the other way around. $14.99-$19.99/mo with dedicated server per user.
ClawSimple
LiveCheapest ManagedUpdated Feb 11Cheapest managed hosting with BYOK and free self-hosted tier
Security: ClawSimple is a young deployment-as-a-service platform (launched January 2026) automating OpenClaw bot setup on dedicated servers.
Key Features
- ✓Free self-hosted tier
- ✓BYOK (bring your own API keys)
- ✓1-minute deployment
- ✓Product Hunt featured (109 upvotes)
- ✓Open-source core
- ✓Launch special: 20% off annual
Strengths
- +Cheapest paid option ($8.25/mo annual)
- +Free self-hosted tier available
- +Product Hunt traction
- +Open-source positioning
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only integration
- −Generic security claims
- −Solo founder project
- −Price increase for new subs on Feb 15, 2026
Verdict: Cheapest managed hosting if you bring your own API keys. Free tier for self-hosters. Limited to Telegram only. Note: prices increasing Feb 15 for new subscribers.
ClawHosting.io
LiveUpdated Feb 12Multi-region hosting with $5/mo Telegram bot plan and $15/mo full Standard plan
Security: ClawHosting.io is a small managed OpenClaw hosting provider run by a solo founder (Reza) through Bluebit Consulting Pty Ltd, an Australian company.
Key Features
- ✓Multi-region server selection (EU, UK, US, Asia, Australia)
- ✓Telegram bot plan ($5/mo) or full Standard plan ($15/mo)
- ✓Choose your AI provider (Anthropic, OpenAI, Google)
- ✓SSH access on Standard plan
- ✓Daily backups
- ✓Browser automation (Standard plan)
Strengths
- +Cheapest Telegram-only plan ($5/mo)
- +Extensive regional selection (10+ regions including Asia-Pacific)
- +Standard plan ($15/mo) has generous specs (4CPU/8GB/150GB)
- +First month free with promo code
Weaknesses
- −New entrant (Feb 2026)
- −Behind Cloudflare challenge on first visit
Verdict: Major upgrade since launch. Standard plan at $15/mo with 4CPU/8GB/150GB and 10+ regions is excellent value. $5/mo Telegram bot plan remains cheapest entry point.
ClawdHost
LiveNew Feb 16Placeholder — pending scoring
Security: ClawdHost demonstrates above-average transparency for a small OpenClaw hosting provider, with a detailed privacy policy that names specific technologies (AES-256, HMAC-SHA256, Supabase, Hetzner) and a well-written security blog post.
Key Features
Strengths
Weaknesses
Verdict: Pending assessment
OpenClaw Cloud
LiveNew Feb 12Managed hosting with 60-second setup, dedicated server, and 50+ integrations
Security: OpenClaw Cloud (setupopenclaw.com) is a third-party managed hosting service for the open-source OpenClaw AI agent framework.
Key Features
- ✓60-second setup with guided wizard
- ✓Dedicated server (not shared)
- ✓50+ integrations
- ✓Guided Telegram/Discord/WhatsApp setup
- ✓24/7 monitoring with auto-restart
Strengths
- +Simple flat pricing ($24.99/mo)
- +Dedicated server (not shared)
- +60-second setup is among the fastest
- +50+ integrations claimed
Weaknesses
- −New entrant, limited track record
- −3-day free trial is short compared to 7-day alternatives
- −Generic security claims
Verdict: Straightforward managed hosting with dedicated servers at $24.99/mo. 60-second guided setup removes friction.
OpenClaw Launch
LiveNew Feb 16Placeholder — pending scoring
Security: OpenClaw Launch is a young, solo-developer managed hosting provider focused heavily on ease of deployment (30-second setup) rather than security.
Key Features
Strengths
Weaknesses
Verdict: Pending assessment
ShipClaw
LiveBest Value BundleManaged hosting with included AI credits and 30-second deployment
Security: ShipClaw is an early-stage OpenClaw hosting provider focused on ease of deployment ('30 seconds, no Docker').
Key Features
- ✓30-second deployment
- ✓AI credits included (no BYOK needed)
- ✓Browser automation built-in
- ✓Real-time logs and monitoring
- ✓Auto-scaling
- ✓6 global regions
Strengths
- +AI credits included (removes BYOK friction)
- +Fastest claimed deploy time (30s)
- +Browser automation built-in
- +Multiple global regions
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only integration currently
- −Solo developer project
- −2GB RAM on starter plan insufficient for browser use
- −Generic security claims
Verdict: Best if you want AI credits included and don't want to bring your own API keys. Limited to Telegram for now.
Operator.io
LiveBest for Multi-AgentUpdated Feb 10YC-backed AI agent platform with tiered plans and included GPT-5.2
Security: Operator.io is a YC-backed (W20) managed OpenClaw hosting platform by Operator Research, Inc.
Key Features
- ✓Multi-agent management (up to 20 instances)
- ✓Included AI credits (GPT-5.2)
- ✓Team collaboration dashboard
- ✓Workflow automation
- ✓7-day free trial
Strengths
- +YC-backed — credible team
- +Multi-agent management (up to 20 instances)
- +AI credits included (GPT-5.2) — no BYOK needed
- +7-day free trial to evaluate
Weaknesses
- −Enterprise tier expensive ($150/mo)
- −Newer to OpenClaw hosting specifically
- −Less transparent about infrastructure details
Verdict: Best for teams running multiple agents. The YC backing and included AI credits set it apart.
LobsterLair
LiveAI-included hosting with MiniMax M2.1 model and 48-hour free trial
Security: LobsterLair is a small, single-operator managed OpenClaw hosting service (Banalabs / Tobias Bischoff) with some basic security hygiene (TLS 1.3, security headers, AES-256-GCM credential encryption claims, Docker isolation).
Key Features
- ✓AI model included (MiniMax M2.1)
- ✓No BYOK required
- ✓48-hour free trial
- ✓One-click deployment
- ✓Persistent storage
Strengths
- +AI included — no API keys needed
- +48-hour free trial
- +Simple single-tier pricing
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only integration
- −MiniMax M2.1 is less capable than Claude/GPT
- −Limited feature set
- −New provider, limited track record
Verdict: Simple option with AI included. The free trial is nice, but the included model (MiniMax M2.1) is less capable than mainstream alternatives.
MissionClaw
LiveBest for Agent TeamsNew Feb 10Multi-agent squad platform with agent marketplace and team orchestration
Security: MissionClaw is a young platform (launched 2026) by Bulk Studio that provisions VMs with OpenClaw pre-installed.
Key Features
- ✓Multi-agent squads (5-15 concurrent agents)
- ✓10 pre-built agent roles (Squad Lead, Researcher, Writer, Developer, etc.)
- ✓Agent marketplace (install or publish agents)
- ✓MissionControl dashboard with Kanban boards
- ✓15+ built-in skills (browser, PDF, image, GitHub, etc.)
- ✓60-second workspace provisioning
- ✓25+ AI model providers supported
Strengths
- +Most ambitious multi-agent concept
- +Agent marketplace is unique differentiator
- +BYOK with zero markup on AI usage
- +Team collaboration features (Kanban, @mentions)
Weaknesses
- −$79/mo entry price is premium
- −Complex product — may overwhelm solo users
- −New entrant, unproven at scale
- −BYOK adds friction for non-technical users
Verdict: The most feature-rich multi-agent platform. Targets teams who want coordinated agent squads, not solo users. Premium pricing reflects the ambition.
Cognio Labs
LiveWhite Glove SetupNew Feb 10White-glove $499 one-time setup service for security-hardened OpenClaw deployments
Security: Cognio Labs is a setup-as-a-service provider (not ongoing hosting) — they deploy OpenClaw on the user's own VPS for a one-time $499 fee.
Key Features
- ✓One-time professional setup (not recurring)
- ✓Security-hardened deployment
- ✓Agent Swarm (5-8 coordinated agents)
- ✓MCP orchestration for multi-agent coordination
- ✓1-hour onboarding call + 14 days email support
- ✓Optional $99/mo maintenance (updates, monitoring, health checks)
Strengths
- +One-time fee — no recurring costs (maintenance optional)
- +Professional security hardening
- +Agent Swarm with 5-8 specialized agents
- +Multi-platform messaging from setup
Weaknesses
- −$499 upfront is steep for experimentation
- −No ongoing managed hosting (maintenance is optional add-on)
- −You still manage the server post-setup
- −Limited to their curated config
Verdict: Unique model: pay once for professional setup, then self-host. Includes Agent Swarm (5-8 agents) and broad messaging support. Best for users who want expert configuration.
ClawHost Cloud
LiveUpdated Feb 10Open-source VPS provisioning platform with transparent pricing
Security: ClawHost Cloud is a very new platform (Feb 8, 2026) by single developer (bfzli).
Key Features
- ✓Open-source platform (MIT license)
- ✓30+ global locations
- ✓45+ server configurations
- ✓Zero-config deployment
- ✓Full SSH access
- ✓Multiple VPS providers
Strengths
- +Open-source — inspect the code yourself
- +Wide range of server sizes
- +Transparent infrastructure pricing
- +Full root/SSH access
Weaknesses
- −No messaging integrations listed on site
- −Security is your responsibility
- −Requires some technical knowledge
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Good open-source option if you want transparency and full control. Wide server range from $10 to $350/mo, but no messaging integrations visible.
EasyClaw
LiveNew Feb 10No API key required — deploy your first assistant in under a minute
Security: EasyClaw is an early-stage MVP built by a solo founder (Hector Guedea, based in Colima, Mexico) offering managed OpenClaw hosting exclusively via Telegram.
Key Features
- ✓No API key required (AI usage included)
- ✓Deploy in under a minute
- ✓Choice of Claude, ChatGPT, or Gemini
- ✓No DevOps required
- ✓Featured on Startup Fame, Indie Hackers, PeerPush
Strengths
- +No API key friction — AI included
- +Featured on Startup Fame, Indie Hackers, PeerPush
- +Simple single-plan pricing ($49/mo early access)
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only integration
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Removes the biggest friction point (API keys) by including AI usage. Featured on Startup Fame and Indie Hackers. Telegram-only for now.
StartClaw
LiveNew Feb 11Deploy OpenClaw AI agents in 60 seconds with preconfigured templates and skill marketplace
Security: StartClaw is a young (founded 2024) managed OpenClaw hosting provider targeting non-technical users.
Key Features
- ✓60-second deployment
- ✓Preconfigured agent templates (Research, Support, Lead Gen)
- ✓One-click skill marketplace
- ✓AI credits included ($15-$50/mo, roll over monthly)
- ✓Browser automation and web search
- ✓Google/GitHub account linking
- ✓100+ signups
Strengths
- +Agent templates save setup time
- +Skill marketplace (one-click install)
- +AI credits included and roll over (BYOK also supported)
- +Multiple tiers with clear specs
- +Social proof (Marc Lou endorsement, 127+ reviews)
Weaknesses
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Well-designed entry with agent templates and skill marketplace. Credits roll over between months. 6-channel support (Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp, Slack, Google, GitHub).
DeployClaw
LiveBest for ControlUpdated Feb 13Self-hosted OpenClaw deployment across 7 cloud providers
Security: DeployClaw is a managed deployment service for OpenClaw that runs on user-provided infrastructure (self-hosted model).
Key Features
- ✓Sub-5-minute deployment
- ✓7 cloud providers (DO, Vultr, Hetzner, AWS, Akamai, Contabo, custom)
- ✓100+ AgentSkills via ClawHub marketplace
- ✓Full root access
- ✓Model-agnostic (BYOK or local)
- ✓Deploys open-source OpenClaw (MIT licensed)
- ✓Shell access, file access, browser control
Strengths
- +Full infrastructure control
- +2,847 deployments across 43 countries
- +Choose your own cloud provider
- +100+ AgentSkills marketplace
- +Open-source codebase
Weaknesses
- −Requires more technical skill
- −Security is your responsibility
- −No managed security features
Verdict: Best for DevOps-savvy users who want full control over their infrastructure and cloud provider choice. Now with 100+ AgentSkills and enterprise tiers.
ClawCloud
LiveNew Feb 10Dedicated cloud server per user with auto-updates and automatic backups
Security: ClawCloud is a very new provider (launched February 2026) offering managed OpenClaw hosting on dedicated DigitalOcean VMs.
Key Features
- ✓Deploy in under a minute
- ✓Dedicated VM (not shared containers)
- ✓Auto-updates with zero downtime
- ✓Automatic backups with one-click restore
- ✓BYOK (bring your own API keys)
Strengths
- +Dedicated VM per user — better than shared containers
- +Zero-downtime updates
- +One-click backup restore
- +Multi-platform messaging
Weaknesses
- −BYOK-only — no included AI credits
- −Starter plan limited to Telegram + Discord only (WhatsApp/Slack require Pro+)
- −No SSH on Starter plan
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Solid dedicated-VM approach with good backup features and transparent pricing ($29-$129/mo). BYOK keeps costs predictable.
MoltCave AI
LiveNew Feb 16Placeholder — pending scoring
Security: MoltCave AI is an early-stage managed OpenClaw hosting provider operated by Cave Research Limited in Hong Kong.
Key Features
Strengths
Weaknesses
Verdict: Pending assessment
GetClaw.ai
LiveBest Free OptionPre-configured AI agents on cloud infrastructure with free tier
Security: GetClaw.ai is a very new provider (launched February 8, 2026) with a marketing-heavy website but almost no documentation, legal infrastructure, or security transparency.
Key Features
- ✓Sub-5-minute deployment
- ✓Persistent memory
- ✓99.9% uptime SLA
- ✓Auto-healing & scaling
- ✓Data portability/export
- ✓Multiple AI model support
Strengths
- +Free tier to get started
- +Wide integration breadth (9 platforms)
- +Broadest use-case positioning
- +99.9% uptime SLA
Weaknesses
- −Generic security claims, no specific features
- −Free tier may attract commodity-focused users
Verdict: Best for trying OpenClaw hosting with zero commitment. Strong integration breadth, but security claims are vague.
ClawNest
LiveUpdated Feb 10Managed hosting with OpenRouter AI credits and WhatsApp/Telegram support
Security: ClawNest is a very early-stage startup (all content dated Feb 2026) offering managed OpenClaw hosting targeted at non-technical users.
Key Features
- ✓Managed OpenClaw hosting
- ✓AI credits included (OpenRouter)
- ✓Dedicated support
- ✓7-day free trial on Basic plan
Strengths
- +AI credits included via OpenRouter — no BYOK needed
- +WhatsApp + Telegram integration
- +Managed service with dedicated support
Weaknesses
- −Most expensive entry price ($49/mo)
- −Previous claims of SOC 2 / data residency not verifiable on site
- −Only 2 messaging integrations
- −Overkill for individual users
Verdict: Decent managed option with included AI credits, but expensive for what's offered. Previous compliance marketing claims were not verifiable.
agent37.com
LiveUltra-cheap hosting via high-density containers
Security: Agent37 is a very early-stage OpenClaw hosting provider (founded 2025, based in New York) offering low-cost managed container hosting at $3.99/mo.
Key Features
- ✓30-second setup
- ✓No config required
- ✓Full UI and terminal access
- ✓SSL included
- ✓Burst capacity (6GB)
Strengths
- +Absolute lowest price
- +Minimal friction setup
- +Full UI and terminal access included
Weaknesses
- −Likely resource-oversubscribed
- −Reliability questioned by HN community
- −No backups or persistence mentioned
- −Container isolation only (weakest)
- −Already raised prices once
Verdict: Cheapest option for experimenting, but you get what you pay for. Bare-bones features at rock-bottom price.
MyClaw.ai
LiveUpdated Feb 13One-click managed hosting with tiered plans
Security: MyClaw.ai is a pre-launch managed OpenClaw hosting service focused on convenience.
Key Features
- ✓Zero setup, instant access
- ✓One-click deployment
- ✓Auto-updates, zero maintenance
- ✓Daily backups
- ✓Web terminal access
Strengths
- +Zero-config simplicity
- +Three-tier pricing (Lite/Pro/Max)
- +Compare page on their site
Weaknesses
- −Regular prices will be higher ($29/$59/$119) once early access ends
- −Generic security claims
- −No unique differentiator
Verdict: Decent managed option but prices have increased significantly. Nothing unique compared to cheaper alternatives.
xCloud
LiveMost LocationsEstablished hosting platform (10K+ servers) with managed OpenClaw add-on
Security: xCloud is primarily a WordPress/PHP hosting control panel that has added OpenClaw as a one-click deployment option.
Key Features
- ✓5-minute deployment
- ✓30+ server locations
- ✓Full lifecycle management
- ✓One-click repair and recovery
- ✓Integrated monitoring and logs
- ✓WhatsApp + Telegram ready
Strengths
- +Established platform (10K+ servers, Trustpilot 5 stars)
- +30+ global locations — most in the market
- +Full management dashboard
- +Backed by WPDeveloper team
Weaknesses
- −OpenClaw is a product add-on, not core focus
- −WordPress-heritage platform adapting to AI
- −Limited messaging integrations
Verdict: Most established infrastructure behind an OpenClaw hosting product. Great if you want proven hosting ops with 30+ locations.
OpenClaw Host
LiveMulti-agent VPS hosting with up to 10 agents per account
Security: OpenClaw Host is a managed hosting provider focused on ease-of-use.
Key Features
- ✓Multi-agent support (1-10 agents)
- ✓1-click deployment
- ✓Web terminal access
- ✓YouTube setup tutorial
- ✓Enterprise custom plans
- ✓Auto-scalable infrastructure
Strengths
- +Multi-agent support up to 10
- +Clear tiered pricing
- +Video tutorials for setup
- +Enterprise plans available
Weaknesses
- −Generic security claims
- −Limited integrations
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Good option if you need multiple agents on one account. Clear pricing tiers from solo to enterprise.
EZClaw
LiveNew Feb 11Pay-per-hour OpenClaw hosting with zero API key setup required
Security: EZClaw is a consumer-focused managed OpenClaw hosting service priced at $0.05/hr, targeting non-technical users who want a personal AI assistant on Telegram/WhatsApp.
Key Features
- ✓Pay-per-hour pricing (no monthly commitment)
- ✓No API keys required — AI included via OpenRouter
- ✓Claude, GPT, Gemini models via OpenRouter
- ✓Telegram + WhatsApp integration
- ✓Automatic updates and maintenance
- ✓Credit pack system
Strengths
- +Lowest barrier to entry — no API keys, no monthly commit
- +Pay-per-hour means you only pay for actual use
- +AI models included (no BYOK friction)
- +Credit packs up to $100 for heavy users
Weaknesses
- −Limited to Telegram + WhatsApp
- −No SSH access
- −Can get expensive for 24/7 usage ($36/mo)
- −New entrant, limited track record
Verdict: Unique pay-per-hour model perfect for occasional users. No API key setup friction. Gets expensive at 24/7 usage ($36/mo) but cheapest for part-time use.
openclaw.host
Pre-launchUpdated Feb 13French-made managed cloud (pre-launch — waiting list only)
Security: openclaw.host is a very early-stage, pre-launch managed hosting service for OpenClaw, operated by a sole French entrepreneur (Hugo Morlet).
Key Features
- ✓Waiting list open
Strengths
- +Press coverage from WIRED, TechCrunch, ZDNET
- +185K+ GitHub stars on underlying project
Weaknesses
- −Pre-launch — waiting list only, no live product
- −No pricing or feature details available
Verdict: Reverted to pre-launch status. Currently only a waiting list — no pricing, no integrations visible. Watch for full launch.
BoostedHost
LiveNew Feb 13Premium OpenClaw VPS with NVMe storage, high-clock CPUs, and auto-burst scaling
Security: BoostedHost is a Swiss web hosting company that has added an OpenClaw VPS hosting page, but it is essentially a rebranded version of their generic VPS product with identical plans and features.
Key Features
- ✓18+ datacenter countries
- ✓NVMe SSD storage
- ✓High-clock CPUs
- ✓Auto-burst scaling
- ✓Up to 100 Gbps network
- ✓30-day money-back guarantee
Strengths
- +Premium hardware (NVMe, high-clock CPUs)
- +Auto-burst scaling for traffic spikes
- +Wide geographic coverage (18+ countries)
- +30-day money-back guarantee
Weaknesses
- −No messaging integrations listed on site
- −General VPS provider with OpenClaw add-on — not purpose-built
- −Security is your responsibility beyond VPS isolation
Verdict: Premium VPS option with strong hardware specs and global coverage. Auto-burst scaling is a differentiator. No messaging integrations listed — you configure OpenClaw yourself.
ClawRun
LiveOne-click OpenClaw deployment on dedicated VPS infrastructure
Security: ClawRun is a very young VPS provisioning service (launched Feb 8, 2026) for OpenClaw.
Key Features
- ✓One-click deployment
- ✓15+ global locations
- ✓25+ servers
- ✓Full SSH access
- ✓Auto-updates
- ✓Manage multiple instances
Strengths
- +Full server ownership
- +Transparent VPS-based pricing
- +Multiple global locations
- +Auto-updates included
Weaknesses
- −No messaging integrations — raw VPS with subdomain access only
- −Security is your responsibility
- −Similar feature set to other VPS-based providers
Verdict: Raw VPS hosting with one-click OpenClaw deployment and 15+ global locations. Full server ownership but no messaging integrations — you configure those yourself.
EasyClaw Pro
LiveNew Feb 10Multi-channel OpenClaw hosting with Telegram, Discord & WhatsApp from $5/mo
Security: EasyClaw Pro is a very early-stage OpenClaw hosting provider focused entirely on deployment simplicity ('Deploy OpenClaw in under 1 minute').
Key Features
- ✓Multi-channel: Telegram, Discord, WhatsApp
- ✓AI usage included (no API key needed)
- ✓Claude Opus 4.5, GPT-5.2, Gemini 3 Flash
- ✓Zero maintenance — auto-updates
- ✓Up to 5 deployments (Pro) or 20 (Premium)
- ✓Multi-language support
- ✓Team access (Premium)
Strengths
- +Lowest entry price ($5/mo annual)
- +Multi-channel from day one (Telegram + Discord + WhatsApp)
- +AI usage included — no API key friction
- +Annual billing discount (50% off)
Weaknesses
- −New entrant, limited track record
- −No browser or email integration
- −Limited to 5 deployments on cheapest plan
Verdict: Aggressive pricing ($5/mo) with multi-channel support out of the box. Different operator from EasyClaw (easyclaw.co) despite similar name. Best value for multi-channel needs.
ClawDeploy
LiveNew Feb 12One-click OpenClaw deployment for non-technical users with multi-model support
Security: ClawDeploy is a very early-stage OpenClaw hosting provider that launched in early 2026.
Key Features
- ✓One-click deployment
- ✓Claude Opus 4.5, GPT-5.2, Gemini 3 Flash model choice
- ✓Non-technical user focused
Strengths
- +Zero technical knowledge required
- +Multi-model support (Claude, GPT, Gemini)
Weaknesses
- −Telegram-only currently
- −Higher entry price than some competitors ($24.99/mo)
- −New entrant
Verdict: Simple one-click deployment targeting non-technical users. Multi-model choice (Claude, GPT, Gemini) from $24.99/mo. Telegram-only.
Clawy
Pre-launchUpdated Feb 10Pre-launch BYOK hosting by Driple with WhatsApp, Telegram, Discord, and Slack
Security: Clawy is a pre-launch managed OpenClaw hosting service operated by 'driple,' likely a German/EU entity (parent domain hosted on ALL-INKL.COM, analytics on PostHog EU Frankfurt).
Key Features
- ✓BYOK (bring your own API keys)
- ✓Multi-platform messaging
- ✓Waitlist with founding price
- ✓Backed by Driple (existing company)
Strengths
- +Backed by existing company (Driple)
- +WhatsApp + Telegram + Slack from day one
- +Founding member pricing
Weaknesses
- −Pre-launch — no live product yet
- −BYOK adds friction
- −Limited feature details available
- −Generic security claims
Verdict: Interesting pre-launch from an established company. Wait for launch to evaluate. Also known as ClawStack.
OpenClawd.ai
LiveUpdated Feb 11Community-driven AI agent platform with 100+ integrations — now with managed hosting
Security: OpenClawd.ai presents significant red flags.
Key Features
- ✓One-liner install (curl, npm, pnpm, git)
- ✓Multi-platform (macOS, Windows, Linux, Raspberry Pi)
- ✓100+ integrations (Gmail, GitHub, Notion, Spotify, etc.)
- ✓NEW: Managed hosting platform launched Feb 10
- ✓Community hub and resources
- ✓Not affiliated with OpenClaw (independent project)
Strengths
- +Free self-hosting platform with installer
- +100+ integrations claimed
- +Multi-platform support (macOS/Windows/Linux/RPi)
- +Now offers managed hosting option
- +Press coverage (Yahoo Finance, NewsFile)
Weaknesses
- −Not affiliated with OpenClaw despite similar name
- −Confusing branding — 'OpenClawd' vs 'OpenClaw'
- −Managed hosting details still sparse
Verdict: Community-driven AI agent platform that now offers managed hosting alongside self-hosted option. 100+ integrations and multi-platform support. Got press coverage for the managed hosting launch.
Clawhost (Dev)
LiveUpdated Feb 13Managed SaaS hosting claiming 10K+ agents deployed
Security: Clawhost (Dev) is an early-stage Beta product with polished marketing but extremely thin security posture.
Key Features
- ✓One-click setup (no terminal required)
- ✓24/7 autonomous operation
- ✓100+ integrations claimed
- ✓Persistent memory
- ✓Priority support
- ✓Live terminal demo
Strengths
- +Claims 10K+ agents deployed
- +Simple single-price model
- +Non-technical setup (no terminal needed)
- +Live demo on homepage
Weaknesses
- −Confusing branding (multiple 'Clawhost' providers exist)
- −10K+ claim unverifiable
Verdict: Managed SaaS option with non-technical setup. The 10K+ agents claim needs verification.
MyClaw Host
Pre-launchFully managed hosting with 60-second deployment and no setup required
Security: MyClaw Host is a pre-launch managed OpenClaw hosting service with a single-page marketing website, a non-functional 'Deploy Now' button, and a 'Join Waitlist' link.
Key Features
- ✓60-second deployment
- ✓No servers, no setup, no terminal
- ✓Fully managed
- ✓System architecture transparency
Strengths
- +Zero-technical-skill required
- +System architecture documentation
- +Clean, professional presentation
Weaknesses
- −Pre-launch — Deploy Now buttons non-functional
- −Pricing not yet published
- −New entrant, no track record
Verdict: Professional-looking pre-launch site with good architecture docs. Deploy buttons not yet functional — wait for full launch.
SimpleClaw
LiveUpdated Feb 11Solo-founder managed hosting with Google sign-in and free tier
Security: SimpleClaw is a minimal single-page site by solo developer Savio Martin (18, Kerala, India), self-described 'weekend side project.' Zero supplementary pages — no privacy, terms, security, pricing, docs, about — all 404.
Key Features
- ✓1-minute deployment
- ✓Google sign-in
- ✓One-click setup
- ✓Auto-updates
- ✓Persistent storage
- ✓Claude Opus 4.5, GPT-5.2, Gemini 3 Flash models
Strengths
- +Free tier available (limited spots)
- +Google sign-in for easy onboarding
- +Solo founder (Savio Martin) — responsive support
- +Multi-model support (Claude, GPT, Gemini)
Weaknesses
- −Solo founder — bus factor risk
- −No unique features vs competitors
- −Generic security claims
- −Discord/WhatsApp only 'coming soon'
Verdict: Free tier and multi-model choice (Claude, GPT, Gemini). Still a straightforward option for users who value simplicity. Telegram-only for now.
The OpenClaw Hosting Market in 2026
The OpenClaw hosting market exploded in early 2026, with 46+ providers now competing for users (40 live, 6 in beta or pre-launch). The space has rapidly commoditized at the infrastructure level, with most providers competing on price and deployment speed.
Security is the key differentiator. Only 1 of 46 providers have strong or excellent security ratings. Hostinger offer strong security with documented practices.
8 providers offer free tiers or trials, making it easy to test before committing. Paid plans range from under $4/mo for shared containers to $499+ for white-glove enterprise setup.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is OpenClaw?
OpenClaw is an open-source AI agent framework that lets you create personal AI assistants that can browse the web, manage files, send emails, and communicate via messaging platforms like Telegram, Discord, and WhatsApp.
Do I need a hosting provider for OpenClaw?
You can self-host OpenClaw on your own server, but managed hosting providers handle deployment, updates, security, and uptime for you. This is recommended for most users, especially those without DevOps experience.
Is OpenClaw hosting secure?
Security varies significantly between providers. Most offer basic container or VM isolation with generic claims. A Gartner report called self-hosted OpenClaw 'insecure by default,' and CVE-2026-25253 exposed 42,665 instances with unauthenticated API access. Look for providers that are transparent about their specific security configurations.
What's the cheapest OpenClaw hosting?
agent37.com offers hosting at $3.99/mo (previously $0.99). Eight providers have free tiers or trials: GetClaw.ai, ClawSimple (self-hosted), SimpleClaw, Kilo Claw (7-day trial), OpenClawd.ai, EasyClaw (no CC required), OpenClaw Setup (BYOK, 50-seat limit), and OpenClaw Cloud (3-day trial). For dedicated VPS hosting, ClawHost Cloud and ClawRun both start at $10/mo (self-managed). EasyClaw Pro offers managed hosting from $5/mo.
Which provider has the best security?
We score security on two axes — maturity (1-10) and evidence grade (Verified/Documented/Claimed/Unknown) — across ten risk categories grounded in OWASP Agentic Security. Among live providers, OpenClaw Setup, NEAR AI Cloud, and RunClaw.ai lead with Good ratings. OpenClaw Setup has no public IP and architecture-level isolation. Most providers score Basic due to unverifiable claims.
Can I switch providers later?
Most providers support data export, and OpenClaw configurations are portable. However, provider-specific features (like security layers or team management) won't transfer. We recommend choosing the right provider upfront rather than planning to migrate.
How is this different from other OpenClaw directories?
Most directories cover the broader OpenClaw ecosystem — tools, guides, use cases. We focus exclusively on hosting providers with in-depth reviews: pricing breakdowns, security assessments, and honest strengths and weaknesses for every provider. We monitor 125+ domains for new entrants and refresh daily.
How We Research & Rate
Our research is based on direct product analysis: live products, documentation, pricing pages, and community feedback (Hacker News, Reddit, Discord). We include honest weaknesses for every provider.
Security scoring uses two axes — maturity (1-10) and evidence grade (Verified, Documented, Claimed, Unknown) — across 10 risk categories grounded in OWASP Agentic Security: Data Leaks, Agent Hijacking, Credential Exposure, Agent Going Rogue, Losing Everything, Surprise Costs, Accountability, Supply Chain, Platform Security, and Misinformation & Trust. Effective score = maturity × evidence weight (max 100).
Our philosophy: Security should protect users, not burden them. Provider-managed security that’s invisible to users scores higher than user-managed security requiring expertise. Unverifiable marketing claims (“enterprise-grade security”) receive zero effective credit.
Read our full methodology for detailed scoring criteria, framework mappings, evidence requirements, and how providers can improve their scores.
If you run an OpenClaw hosting service and want to be included or correct information, contact us.
Last comprehensive review: February 17, 2026. 125+ domains monitored for new entrants.