We’ve launched our self-serve ads platform β€” use promo code HELLO10 and get a free $10 credit β€Ί

Perhentian Islands vs Astana

Detailed side-by-side comparison of living costs, infrastructure, safety, and nomad lifestyle.

Share
Copy link

πŸ† Who Wins?

πŸ’°
Best Budget Perhentian Islands
🌐
Fastest Internet Astana
πŸ”₯
Best Vibe Perhentian Islands
πŸ›‘οΈ
Safest City Perhentian Islands
🌿
Cleanest Air Astana
🚢
Most Walkable Astana
It's a Tie!
Show differences only
Metric Perhentian Islands
Malaysia
Astana
Kazakhstan
πŸ’° Monthly Budget & Costs
Total Est. Budget $820 $1050
1-Bed Center Rent $350 $500
Coworking Desk $0 $150
Local Meal $4 $8
Cappuccino $2 $3.5
Gym Membership $0 $40
Transport Budget $20 $30
πŸ’» Workspace & Infrastructure
Internet Speed 8 Mbps 60 Mbps
Nomad Vibe 8/10 7/10
🌿 Quality of Life & Culture
Safety Index 75/100 72/100
Healthcare Quality Poor Average
English Proficiency Average Basic
Climate Type Tropical monsoon Continental
Best Time to Visit Mar - Oct May - Sep

Perhentian Islands

πŸ‘ Pros

  • βœ… Stunning turquoise waters and snorkeling
  • βœ… Very low cost of living
  • βœ… Relaxed island vibe
  • βœ… No crowds outside peak season
  • βœ… Friendly local community
  • βœ… Authentic Malay seafood

πŸ‘Ž Cons

  • ❌ Unreliable and slow internet
  • ❌ Very limited healthcare facilities
  • ❌ Power outages during monsoons
  • ❌ No coworking spaces
  • ❌ Limited vegetarian options
  • ❌ Monsoon season closures (Nov-Feb)

πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas

  • β–ͺ Tourist visa (90 days)
  • β–ͺ Social Visit Pass (extendable)
  • β–ͺ Malaysia My Second Home (MM2H)

Astana

πŸ‘ Pros

  • βœ… Very low cost of living compared to Western cities
  • βœ… Modern and clean infrastructure
  • βœ… Safe city with low crime rates
  • βœ… Fast-growing expat and digital nomad scene
  • βœ… Excellent public Wi-Fi in many public spaces
  • βœ… Central Asia travel hub with easy connections

πŸ‘Ž Cons

  • ❌ Extreme winters with temperatures below -30Β°C
  • ❌ Limited English proficiency outside hotels/coworkings
  • ❌ Air pollution spikes during winter inversions
  • ❌ Tap water not safe to drink without filtration
  • ❌ LGBTQ+ rights not widely accepted socially
  • ❌ Limited vegetarian/vegan options in traditional restaurants

πŸ›‚ Nomad Visas

  • β–ͺ Visa-free for 30-90 days for many nationalities
  • β–ͺ e-Visa available for eligible countries
  • β–ͺ Long-term tourist visa for 3 months

Compare Cities

Jobicy+ Subscription

Jobicy

614 professionals pay to access exclusive and experimental features on Jobicy

Free

USD $0/month

For people just getting started

  • • Unlimited applies and searches
  • • Access on web and mobile apps
  • • Weekly job alerts
  • • Access to additional tools like Bookmarks, Applications, and more

Plus

USD $8/month

Everything in Free, and:

  • • Ad-free experience
  • • Daily job alerts
  • • Personal career consultant
  • • AI-powered job advice
  • • Featured & Pinned Resume
  • • Custom Resume URL
Go to account β€Ί