Overview

Wasabi provides object storage under the "Hot Cloud Storage" concept. Its core advantage is no egress traffic fees or data request fees, at about 1/5 the cost of AWS S3. It is fully S3 API compatible so existing S3 applications migrate seamlessly, and offers immutable storage to prevent ransomware and tampering, suitable for backup, archival, video storage, and data lakes.

Key Strengths

  • No Hidden Fees: No egress or API request fees for predictable costs.
  • S3 Compatible: Fully compatible with the AWS S3 API with low migration cost.
  • Clear Price Advantage: Storage at about 1/5 the cost of AWS S3.
  • Immutable Storage: WORM mode prevents deletion or tampering, blocking ransomware.
  • High Performance: Fast upload and download for large files.

Product Ecosystem

Hot Cloud Storage

Low-cost hot object storage with no egress fees for frequent access.

Immutable Storage

WORM-mode protection against ransomware and tampering.

S3-Compatible API

Fully S3 API compatible for seamless migration of existing tools.

Backup & Data Lakes

Storage solutions for backup, archival, video storage, and data lakes.

Limitations

  • Fewer Features Than S3: Fewer lifecycle, event notification, and advanced features.
  • Fewer Global Nodes: Limited regional coverage compared with AWS.
  • Limited Ecosystem: Third-party integrations less mature than S3.

Use Cases

  • Cloud Backup (★★★★★): Low-cost cloud backup storage—see the website backup strategy.
  • Video Storage (★★★★): Storage and distribution of large video files.
  • Data Lakes (★★★★): Storage layer for big data analytics.
  • Archival & Compliance (★★★★): Immutable storage for compliant archiving—see the GDPR compliance checklist.

Pricing

Storage Option Reference Price Notes
Hot Cloud Storage ~$6.99/TB/month No egress or request fees
Immutable Storage same storage price WORM-mode protection
Migration Tools free Migrate from S3

Prices vary by region and usage; see the official site—see the server storage selection guide.

FAQ

  • Does Wasabi charge egress fees? No—no egress or API request fees—see Cloudflare R2 and object storage comparison.
  • Is it S3 compatible? Yes, fully S3 API compatible with seamless migration—see Cloudflare R2 and object storage comparison.
  • Does it support immutable storage? Yes, WORM mode prevents deletion or tampering—see the website backup strategy.
  • Is it suitable for China users? Nodes are mostly overseas; evaluate links—see the cross-border website guide.