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Object Storage comparison · 2026
MinIO and Wasabi are remarkably evenly matched in the Object Storage space, scoring 86 and 86 overall respectively on our radar methodology. The two are closest on Performance, where the gap is just 5 points. On pricing, MinIO starts cheaper at $0/mo versus $6.99/mo. Use the radar chart and dimension table below to find which fits your specific priorities best.
MinIO
Open-source, self-hosted S3-compatible object storage
86/100
Wasabi
Flat-rate storage pricing with no egress or API fees
86/100
Radar comparison
MinIO
86
Wasabi
86
Durability
Data redundancy guarantees and SLA-backed durability.
Price / Value
Storage cost per GB and egress fees.
Performance
Upload/download throughput and latency.
Developer UX
SDK quality, S3 API compatibility, and setup speed.
Egress Cost
Cost of transferring data out — often the hidden expense.
Ecosystem
CDN integration, multi-region support, and tooling.
Overall Score
MinIO and Wasabi score identically in our overall RadarTrek assessment — both earn 86/100 across 6 scored dimensions. This is one of the closest object storage comparisons in our database. The right choice depends entirely on which specific dimension matters most to your use case — use the dimension breakdown above to compare scores on your priority criterion.
MinIO is cheaper at the entry level — it offers a permanent free tier, while Wasabi starts at $6.99/month. If budget is the primary constraint, MinIO is the lower-risk starting point. Wasabi's paid features may justify the cost — compare the plan limits before committing.
Wasabi scores higher on Durability — 90/100 versus 80/100 for MinIO. If durability is your primary decision criterion, Wasabi is the stronger choice in this head-to-head.
Switching between object storage tools is generally possible but involves migration effort: exporting your data or configuration from MinIO, re-importing or reconfiguring in Wasabi, and updating any API integrations or environment variables in your codebase. The effort scales with how deeply embedded the tool is in your stack. Test Wasabi on a non-production project first before migrating.
MinIO (86/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise egress cost — its strongest dimension — and who want a free entry point. Wasabi (86/100) is the better fit for teams who prioritise egress cost and want a low-cost starting price. If both dimensions matter equally, the overall score winner (either tool) is the safer default choice.
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