Linode (Akamai) Wins
Score Comparison
Criteria
Linode (Akamai)
A2 Hosting
Overall Score
8.4
8.3
Performance
8.6
9.0
Features
8.2
8.2
Ease of Use
8.5
7.8
Pricing/Value
8.6
8.0
Support
8.0
8.0
Pricing & Features
Specification
Linode (Akamai)
A2 Hosting
Starting Price
$5/mo
$2.99/mo
Pricing Model
Subscription
Subscription
Making Your Decision
When to Choose Linode (Akamai)
Price-conscious developers who want reliable performance and good support
Linode (now part of Akamai) offers solid VPS hosting with competitive pricing and reliable performance. A great middle-ground choice for those who find AWS too complex but need more than basic shared hosting.
Strengths
- Consistent performance with dedicated CPU options
- Competitive pricing with generous bandwidth
- Now backed by Akamai CDN infrastructure
- Strong uptime track record
Limitations
- Fewer one-click apps than competitors
- Akamai acquisition creating some uncertainty
- Control panel less polished than DigitalOcean
When to Choose A2 Hosting
Developers and speed-focused users who need high-performance hosting
A2 Hosting stands out for its Turbo servers and developer-friendly features, offering exceptional speed for those willing to pay for higher-tier plans, with a unique anytime money-back guarantee.
Strengths
- Turbo servers deliver up to 20x faster page loads
- Anytime money-back guarantee (prorated refunds)
- Free site migration on all plans
- Developer-friendly with SSH, Git, and multiple PHP versions
Limitations
- Turbo speeds only on higher-tier plans
- Interface can feel dated compared to competitors
- Phone support not available 24/7
