How Perch compares
Managed open-source apps in the EU, without per-seat pricing or running your own server.
| Feature | PerchPlatform | Google Workspace / Microsoft 365 / DropboxUS cloud suites | Your own serverDIY VPS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price per user | No — flat price per plan | Yes, priced per user | No |
| Provider based in the EU | Yes — an Irish company, hosted by Hetzner in Germany and Finland | No — US-headquartered | Depends on your host |
| Open-source software you can take elsewhere | |||
| Server admin needed | None | None | All of it, by you |
| Daily backups included | Varies by product | You set them up | |
| SSL included and renewed | You set it up | ||
| Data Processing Agreement | Applies automatically | Yes | Your host's, if any |
Comparison based on the providers’ standard business plans as of October 2026. Check each provider’s current terms. See our Data Processing Agreement.