VPS · Head to head
Vultr Cloud Compute vs Akamai Cloud (Linode): which is better?
Short answer
They cost the same in the first year ($60). Pick Vultr Cloud Compute for many-region cloud VPS; pick Akamai Cloud (Linode) for predictable-price developer cloud.
| Fact | Vultr Cloud Compute | Akamai Cloud (Linode) | Edge |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Many-region cloud VPS | Predictable-price developer cloud | — |
| Free plan | No | No | Tie |
| Entry plan | Regular 1 GB: $5 / mo | Shared CPU: $5 / mo | Tie |
| Mid plan | Regular 2 GB: $10 / mo | Dedicated CPU: $36 / mo | Vultr Cloud Compute |
| Top plan | Regular 4 GB: $20 / mo | Dedicated CPU: $36 / mo | Vultr Cloud Compute |
| 1st year | $60 | $60 | Tie |
| Platforms | Web, API, Linux, Windows | Web, API, Linux | Vultr Cloud Compute |
Edge = the better published number or limit; we do not test the tools hands-on.
Which is cheaper, Vultr Cloud Compute or Akamai Cloud (Linode)?
They cost the same in the first year ($60).
| 1st year | Vultr Cloud Compute | Akamai Cloud (Linode) |
|---|---|---|
| Entry | $60 | $60 |
| Mid | $120 | $432 |
| Top | $240 | $432 |
Which has the better free plan, Vultr Cloud Compute or Akamai Cloud (Linode)?
Neither stands out: Vultr Cloud Compute: No; Akamai Cloud (Linode): No.
Should you pick Vultr Cloud Compute or Akamai Cloud (Linode)?
Pick Vultr Cloud Compute if
- you want many-region cloud VPS
- you can pay $5 / mo from day one
Pick Akamai Cloud (Linode) if
- you want predictable-price developer cloud
- you can pay $5 / mo from day one
Sources
| Vendor page | URL | Checked |
|---|---|---|
| Vultr Cloud Compute pricing | vultr.com/pricing/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
| Akamai Cloud (Linode) pricing | linode.com/products/shared/ | 27 Oct 2026 |
Prices in USD as published by each vendor, billed yearly where offered. How we compare