Side-by-side city decision # Makati vs Ljubljana. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link MakatiPhilippines1 VS LjubljanaSlovenia4 $980Makati monthly budget $1,385Ljubljana monthly budget 30 MbpsMakati internet 60 MbpsLjubljana internet Decision summary Ljubljana Ljubljana leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Makati Speed Fastest internet Ljubljana Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Ljubljana Air Cleanest air Ljubljana Walk Most walkable Ljubljana Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md) Philippines 1/6 Budget$980 Internet30 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia 4/6 Budget$1,385 Internet60 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 $980 $1,385 1-bed center rent $600 $750 Coworking desk $180 $180 Local meal $5 $12 Cappuccino $3.5 $3 Gym membership $40 $45 Transport budget $30 $35 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 30 Mbps 60 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 65/100 85/100 Air quality 45/100 72/100 Walkability 7/10 8/10 Female safety 6/10 8/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 7/10 8/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Average Good English proficiency Good Good Climate type Tropical monsoon Humid continental Best time to visit Nov - Mar May - Sep 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. [Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md) Philippines → ### Strengths * Excellent expat community and networking events * Affordable cost of living compared to Western capitals * High density of coworking spaces and cafes * Widespread English proficiency * Modern amenities with malls and restaurants * Convenient location for exploring other Asian destinations ### Trade-offs * Heavy traffic congestion during peak hours * Air quality can be poor due to pollution * Tap water is not safe to drink * Power outages occasionally occur * Typhoon season can disrupt plans * Metro Manila overall safety varies by area ### Common visa routes * Visa-free entry (30 days) * Visa extension (up to 36 months) * Special Resident Retiree Visa (SRRV) [Ljubljana](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/slovenia/ljubljana.md) Slovenia → ### Strengths * Very safe city with low crime rates * Walkable and bike-friendly center * High-quality tap water and clean environment * Affordable compared to Western Europe * Excellent coffee culture and vibrant cafe scene * Central location for exploring Europe ### Trade-offs * Limited nightlife compared to larger capitals * Winter months are cold and gray * Small expat community can feel cliquey * Public transport stops running early at night * Bureaucracy can be slow for residence permits * Limited coworking spaces outside center ### Common visa routes * Schengen tourist visa (90 days) * Digital nomad residence permit * Temporary residence for freelancers 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.