Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in South Africa are under constant pressure to do more with less. They need powerful, secure, and reliable IT infrastructure – but without the hefty price tag or the complexity of enterprise-grade solutions. That’s where Metrofile Cloud’s new VPS (Virtual Private Server) Hosting offering comes in. It’s a cost-effective and flexible virtual server solution built specifically with the needs of SMBs in mind.
If your business needs dedicated performance, full control, and local support without the complications of managing a physical server or being locked into rigid contracts, then this is the hosting solution for you.
Built for SMBs, Backed by Enterprise Experience
For over two decades, Metrofile Cloud (formerly IronTree) has been a trusted name in South Africa’s hosting and backup landscape. Our experience in managing enterprise-grade virtual environments means we understand what businesses – big and small – truly need: reliability, simplicity, affordability, and support.
With VPS Hosting, we’re bringing that same level of service to the SMB market. This isn’t just another server – it’s a scalable solution backed by a trusted South African-based team that knows their stuff.
What’s VPS Hosting and Why Does It Matter
VPS (Virtual Private Server) hosting gives you the power and flexibility of a dedicated server with your own allocated CPU, RAM, storage, and bandwidth – but at a fraction of the cost. While multiple VPS instances run on the same physical hardware, each environment is completely isolated, ensuring reliable performance and security without the complexity or price tag of managing your own physical server.
Unlike shared hosting, where multiple users compete for the same resources, a VPS gives you your own isolated environment. You’re not affected by the traffic or activity of other users – and that means more speed, stability, control, and security.
And for SMBs, that’s a game changer.
Self-Service, Full Control
Our new VPS Hosting solution comes with a sleek self-service portal, giving you full control – whether you want to:
- Spin up a new virtual server in minutes
- Monitor your performance
- Scale up as your needs grow
- Get tech support
- Manage your billing
You can do it all – with zero fuss and no IT degree required. From Linux to Windows VPS, CPU-optimised setups to accounting-specific hosting (Sage, IQ Retail, etc.), you can choose exactly what your business needs, and manage it all from one place.
Local Hosting, Local Support, Lightning Fast Performance
All Metrofile Cloud’s VPS are hosted locally in South Africa. This means you get:
- Lower latency and faster speeds for local users
- Compliance with South African data residency regulations
- Direct, local customer service when you need help – no offshore call centres.
And for businesses that need help migrating from their existing provider? We’ve got you covered – we’ll manage the migration process for you.
Affordable and Flexible Pricing, From Only R115 Per Month
SMBs shouldn’t have to stretch their budgets to get high-quality hosting. Our pricing starts at just R115 per month, with discounts available for semi-annual and annual payments. Plus, we offer no long-term contracts, meaning you can scale or cancel as your needs change.
Whether you need a basic Linux VPS for hosting a website, or a Windows VPS for running line-of-business applications, we have a package that fits your needs.
Key Features at a Glance
- Self-Service Portal: Easy management of your VPS
- Unmanaged Hosting: Full control over your server
- Flexible Server Sizes: 8 tiers available to suit your needs
- Optional Add-ons: Enhance security with VPNs, EDR, Patching, and Backups
- Competitive Pricing: Starting from just R115 per month
- Billing Options: Monthly, semi-annual, and annual plans with discounts
- Local Hosting: Low latency and data residency compliance in South Africa
- Supports Business Software: Hosts Sage Partner, Evolution, X3, IQ Retail, and more
- Rapid Deployment: Get your VPS within minutes of paying.
How Our New VPS Hosting Offering: VPS Hosting (SMB), Differs From Our Traditional Offering: VDC Hosting (Enterprise)
While our VDC (Virtual Data Centre) Hosting is a fully-managed solution ideal for enterprises with complex environments, our new VPS solution is designed for those who want to self-manage a simpler, cost-effective setup.
Think of VPS as a flexible and scalable hosting solution for growing businesses that want to keep IT in-house, while VDC is for those needing a complex, fully-managed setup.
Let’s take a look at the differences between VPS Hosting (SMB) and VDC Hosting (Enterprise):
Why Now? A Growing Market for VPS
The global VPS hosting market is booming, and locally, SMBs are increasingly turning to VPS solutions as an upgrade from shared hosting – especially as demand for digital presence and performance grows.
Ready to Boost Your Business?
Whether you’re launching a new application, hosting a database, or need a reliable server for accounting software, Metrofile Cloud’s VPS Hosting is tailored for your business.
With dedicated resources, easy-to-use tools, fast local performance, and flexible pricing – there’s finally a hosting solution that ticks all the right boxes for South African SMBs.
Start today from just R115/month. Take control. Scale smart. Host with Metrofile Cloud.
