Side-by-side city decision # Rennes vs Makati. A direct comparison of monthly costs, connectivity, safety, quality of life and remote-work fit. Share comparison Copy link RennesFrance4 VS MakatiPhilippines1 $1,405Rennes monthly budget $980Makati monthly budget 200 MbpsRennes internet 30 MbpsMakati internet Decision summary Rennes Rennes leads on more of the six headline signals. Cost Best budget Makati Speed Fastest internet Rennes Vibe Best nomad vibe Tie Safety Highest safety Rennes Air Cleanest air Rennes Walk Most walkable Rennes Quick read ## Two cities at a glance The headline numbers before you examine the full comparison. [Rennes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/rennes.md) France 4/6 Budget$1,405 Internet200 Mbps Vibe7/10 [Makati](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/philippines/makati.md) Philippines 1/6 Budget$980 Internet30 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 $1,405 $980 1-bed center rent $750 $600 Coworking desk $180 $180 Local meal $16 $5 Cappuccino $3.5 $3.5 Gym membership $35 $40 Transport budget $55 $30 ### Work and infrastructure 2 signals Internet speed 200 Mbps 30 Mbps Nomad vibe 7/10 7/10 ### Quality of life 5 signals Safety index 70/100 65/100 Air quality 75/100 45/100 Walkability 8/10 7/10 Female safety 8/10 6/10 LGBTQ+ friendly 7/10 7/10 ### Culture and climate 4 signals Healthcare quality Good Average English proficiency Average Good Climate type Oceanic Tropical monsoon Best time to visit May - Sep Nov - Mar 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. [Rennes](https://jobicy.com/cost-of-living/france/rennes.md) France → ### Strengths * Affordable compared to Paris * Rich medieval architecture and culture * Excellent gastronomy with Breton specialties * Good public transport and walkability * Vibrant student life and many young people * Proximity to beaches and countryside ### Trade-offs * French bureaucracy can be slow * Limited English fluency among locals * Grey and rainy weather in winter * Few direct international flight connections * Smaller coworking scene than major hubs * Rents rising in central areas ### Common visa routes * Long-stay visa (VLS-TS) * Talent Passport * Student visa [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) 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.