Linode (Akamai) Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
Linode (Akamai)
Bluehost
Overall Score
8.4
8.2
Performance
8.6
7.8
Features
8.2
8.5
Ease of Use
8.5
8.8
Pricing/Value
8.6
8.0
Support
8.0
7.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
Linode (Akamai)
Bluehost
Starting Price
$5/mo
$2.95/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 Bluehost
WordPress beginners and small businesses looking for reliable, affordable hosting
Bluehost remains a top choice for WordPress hosting with its beginner-friendly interface, official WordPress endorsement, and competitive introductory pricing, though users should be aware of higher renewal costs.
Strengths
- Official WordPress.org recommended hosting provider
- Free domain name for the first year
- One-click WordPress installation with automatic updates
- 24/7 customer support via phone, chat, and email
Limitations
- Renewal prices significantly higher than introductory rates
- Limited storage on basic plans
- Site migrations not free on all plans
