Hetzner vs Akamai (Linode)
2026 comparison on prices, plans, regions and editorial verdict.
Hetzner
European cloud and dedicated servers with the best price/performance ratio on the market.
4.8
10 plans 6 regions Since 1997
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Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Hetzner | Akamai (Linode) |
|---|---|---|
| From | €3.79/mes | $5/mes |
| Plans | 10 | 3 |
| Regions | 6 | 19 |
| HQ | Gunzenhausen, Alemania | Filadelfia, EEUU |
| Categories | VPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storage | VPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storageManaged hosting |
| Rating | 4.8/5 | 4.3/5 |
Hetzner
Unbeatable price/performance for x86 and ARM VPS in Europe. Email/ticket support is slow but reliable.
Pros
- Leading prices in Europe
- Very efficient ARM (Ampere)
- Generous traffic (20 TB in EU, 1 TB in US)
- Server Auction for cheap dedicateds
- Own datacenters with green energy
Cons
- Email/ticket support only
- Onboarding requires document verification
- No LATAM region
- Bandwidth outside EU more expensive
Akamai (Linode)
Technical cloud with good docs and the Akamai network. Pricing similar to DigitalOcean.
Pros
- Reference-grade documentation
- Akamai's global network
- $100 credit for 60 days
- No hidden pricing
Cons
- Pricier than Hetzner
- Primary IPv4 has a fee since 2024
Category overlap
Both offer
VPSVDSDedicated serverS3 storage
Only Hetzner
Only Akamai (Linode)
Managed hosting
Frequently asked questions
Hetzner or Akamai (Linode): which is cheaper?
Hetzner from €3.79/mo vs Akamai (Linode) from $5/mo. Hetzner is cheaper on its entry plan.
Which provider has better region coverage?
Hetzner offers 6 regions. Akamai (Linode) offers 19 regions.
Which has the better editorial rating?
Hetzner: 4.8/5 · Akamai (Linode): 4.3/5.