Side-by-side city decision # Koh Samui vs Fes. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link Koh SamuiThailand3 VS FesMorocco3 $1,200Koh Samui monthly budget $570Fes monthly budget 60 MbpsKoh Samui internet 20 MbpsFes internet Decision summary No universal winner The result is balanced. Your priorities should decide the better fit. Cost Best budget Fes Speed Fastest internet Koh Samui Vibe Best nomad vibe Koh Samui Safety Highest safety Koh Samui Air Cleanest air Fes Walk Most walkable Fes Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Koh Samui](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand/koh-samui.md) Thailand 3/6 Budget$1,200 Internet60 Mbps Vibe8/10 [Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md) Morocco 3/6 Budget$570 Internet20 Mbps Vibe7/10 Full comparison ## Compare what matters Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner. Differences only ### Monthly budget and costs 7 signals Total estimated budget $1,200 $570 1-bed center rent $500 $300 Coworking desk $200 $100 Local meal $5 $5 Cappuccino $2.5 $1.5 Gym membership $50 $30 Transport budget $50 $20 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 60 Mbps 20 Mbps Nomad vibe 8/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 75/100 60/100 Air quality 50/100 60/100 Walkability 6/10 7/10 Female safety 8/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 8/10 3/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Average English proficiency Average Basic Climate type Tropical monsoon Mediterranean Best time to visit Dec - Feb Mar - May Beyond the numbers ## What each city asks you to trade Costs and scores help narrow the choice. These practical strengths and limitations finish the picture. [Koh Samui](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/thailand/koh-samui.md) Thailand → ### Strengths * Tropical paradise with stunning beaches * Low cost of living compared to Western standards * Delicious and affordable local food * Reliable internet for remote work * Friendly and welcoming local community * Abundant outdoor activities like diving and hiking ### Trade-offs * Rainy season can be disruptive * High risk of motorbike accidents * Limited nightlife variety outside Chaweng * Tourist pricing in some areas * Mosquitoes and heat year-round * Visa runs required for long-term stays ### Common visa routes * Visa Exemption (30 days) * Tourist Visa (60 days) * Digital Nomad Visa (SMART Visa) [Fes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/morocco/fes.md) Morocco → ### Strengths * Extremely affordable cost of living * Rich culture and historic medina * Good weather for most of the year * Friendly locals and slow-paced lifestyle * Growing nomad community * Reliable 4G connectivity in city center ### Trade-offs * Limited English spoken outside tourist areas * Tap water not safe to drink * Airport far from city center * Medina can be overwhelming and pushy vendors * Internet speed can be inconsistent * Public transport is limited ### Common visa routes * 90-day visa on arrival for most nationalities * Visa extension possible at local police stations * Long-stay tourist visa (up to 1 year) with proof of income Reading the result ## Use this as a planning benchmark The headline score compares six directional signals. It does not weight personal priorities, visa eligibility, household size or individual lifestyle choices. Costs are monthly estimates, not guaranteed prices. Higher is better for quality scores and connectivity. Lower is better for budgets and individual expenses.