Phnom Penh
Cambodia
2/6
Budget$925
Internet45 Mbps
Vibe7/10
Side-by-side city decision
Phnom Penh vs Canggu.
A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit.
Phnom PenhCambodia2/6
VS
CangguIndonesia4/6
$925Phnom Penh monthly budget
$1,590Canggu monthly budget
45 MbpsPhnom Penh internet
85 MbpsCanggu internet
Decision summary
Canggu
Canggu leads on more of the six headline signals.
Cost
Best budget
Phnom Penh
Speed
Fastest internet
Canggu
Vibe
Best nomad vibe
Canggu
Safety
Highest safety
Canggu
Air
Cleanest air
Canggu
Walk
Most walkable
Phnom Penh
Quick read
Two cities at a glance
The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison.
Canggu
Indonesia
4/6
Budget$1,590
Internet85 Mbps
Vibe8/10
Full comparison
Compare what matters
Green marks the stronger numeric result. Text-only categories are presented without a winner.
Monthly budget and costs
7 signalsMetricPhnom PenhCanggu
Total estimated budget
$925
$1,590
1-bed center rent
$450
$950
Coworking desk
$110
$170
Local meal
$3
$3.3
Cappuccino
$2.4
$2.7
Gym membership
$38
$55
Transport budget
$55
$90
Work and infrastructure
2 signalsMetricPhnom PenhCanggu
Internet speed
45 Mbps
85 Mbps
Nomad vibe
7/10
8/10
Quality of life
5 signalsMetricPhnom PenhCanggu
Safety index
57/100
72/100
Air quality
53/100
74/100
Walkability
5/10
4/10
Female safety
6/10
7/10
LGBTQ+ friendly
6/10
7/10
Culture and climate
4 signalsMetricPhnom PenhCanggu
Healthcare quality
Average
Good
English proficiency
Average
Good
Climate type
Tropical monsoon
Tropical monsoon
Best time to visit
Nov - Feb
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.
Phnom Penh
Cambodia
Strengths
- Low everyday costs compared with many regional capitals
- Large and established international community
- English is widely used in central expat areas
- Affordable local food and international dining
- Convenient ride-hailing through Grab and PassApp
- Long-stay visa extensions are relatively accessible
Trade-offs
- Hot, humid weather for much of the year
- Traffic, uneven sidewalks, and limited pedestrian infrastructure
- Petty theft and phone-snatching require vigilance
- Tap water is not safe to drink
- Air quality can worsen during the dry season
- Healthcare is adequate but limited for complex treatment
Common visa routes
- Tourist Visa (T), typically 30 days and extendable once
- Ordinary Visa (E), extendable through approved agents for longer stays
- Business Extension of Stay (EB), for eligible workers and business travelers
Canggu
Indonesia
Strengths
- Large and active international remote-worker community
- Excellent choice of cafes, coworking spaces, and wellness studios
- Warm tropical weather and nearby beaches
- Strong food scene spanning cheap warungs to high-end restaurants
- English is widely understood in tourist-facing businesses
- Convenient digital payments and affordable mobile data
Trade-offs
- Traffic congestion is severe on main roads
- Rents and short-term villas are expensive for Indonesia
- Sidewalks are limited and walking can be unsafe
- Rainy-season flooding and construction noise are common
- Tap water is not safe to drink
- Scooter accidents and petty theft are real risks
Common visa routes
- Visa on Arrival / e-VOA
- C1 Tourist Visa
- E33G Remote Worker Visa
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.