Host-C vs Linode (Akamai Cloud)
Same RAM — Much Lower Price
Linode charges $40/mo for an 8 GB Compute instance (now branded as Akamai Cloud). Host-C delivers the same RAM with 25% more NVMe storage from €12.30/mo — in a European datacenter billed in EUR.
See Host-C Plans Compare SpecsHost-C IO 200 (8 GB RAM / 200 GB NVMe) at €12.30/mo vs Linode 8 GB at $40/mo (≈€37). Same RAM, more storage, billed in euros with no FX risk.
Side-by-Side Spec Comparison
Host-C IO 200 vs Linode (Akamai) 8 GB Compute Instance
| Feature | Host-C IO 200 | Linode / Akamai 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly Price | €12.30/mo | $40.00/mo (≈€37) |
| Billing Currency | EUR | USD |
| vCPU | 3 vCPU Xeon G2 | 4 vCPU (shared) |
| RAM | 8 GB DDR4 | 8 GB |
| Storage | 200 GB NVMe | 160 GB SSD |
| Included Traffic | 4 TB | 5 TB |
| Overage Traffic | No overage | $0.01/GB after 5 TB |
| Dedicated IPv4 | ✓ Included | ✓ Included |
| IPv6 | ✓ /64 Included | ✓ Included |
| Free Backup Slot | ✓ 1 Included | ✗ +20% plan cost |
| Datacenter in Romania | ✓ Yes | ✗ No |
| Own Autonomous System | ✓ AS211462 | ✗ Akamai CDN |
| Annual Discount | ~20% off | None |
| Support | Direct Engineers | Ticket (Akamai) |
Why Developers Choose Host-C Over Linode
67% Lower Monthly Cost
Linode's 8 GB Compute is $40/mo — roughly €37 with conversion fees. Host-C IO 200 is €12.30/mo. Same RAM, 25% more storage, no currency risk.
EUR Billing — No Surprises
Host-C invoices in EUR. Linode/Akamai bills in USD — meaning European teams face currency conversion fees and exchange rate volatility every billing cycle.
More NVMe Storage
200 GB NVMe vs 160 GB on Linode's 8 GB tier. Faster random I/O for databases and containers — important for production workloads.
Backup Slot Included
Linode charges +20% of plan cost for automated backups. Host-C includes one backup slot with every plan — no additional line item on your invoice.
Direct Romanian Presence
Linode has no datacenter in Romania. Host-C is based in Oradea — lower latency to Romania, Balkans, Black Sea region, and Central Asia.
Simpler Ownership Structure
Linode is now part of Akamai Technologies. Host-C is an independent operator — direct relationship, faster decisions, no corporate layer between you and the infrastructure team.
Cross-Tier Price Comparison
Host-C vs Linode (Akamai Cloud) across RAM tiers
| RAM | Host-C Price | Linode / Akamai Price | Savings with Host-C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 8 GB | €12.30/mo | $40/mo (≈€37) | ~67% cheaper |
| 12 GB | €21.08/mo | $60/mo (≈€55) | ~62% cheaper |
| 16 GB | €26.36/mo | $80/mo (≈€74) | ~64% cheaper |
| 32 GB | €39.53/mo | $160/mo (≈€147) | ~73% cheaper |
Host-C Plans
All plans include Dedicated IPv4, IPv6 /64, 1 free backup slot, and NVMe storage. Priced in EUR, no USD surcharges.
12 GB DDR4
200 GB NVMe
15 TB Traffic
IPv4 + IPv6 Included
16 GB DDR4
250 GB NVMe
20 TB Traffic
IPv4 + IPv6 Included
32 GB DDR4
350 GB NVMe
25 TB Traffic
IPv4 + IPv6 Included
Frequently Asked Questions
What happened to Linode — is it still available?
Linode was acquired by Akamai Technologies in 2022 and rebranded as Akamai Cloud. The VPS product continues under the Linode brand within the Akamai ecosystem. Pricing and plans remain largely the same, but the company is now owned by Akamai.
Does Host-C have a datacenter near Linode's European locations?
Linode's European locations include Frankfurt, London, Amsterdam, and Milan. Host-C is in Oradea, Romania — which provides better latency for Eastern European users (Romania, Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia, Ukraine) than Linode's western-central EU datacenters.
How does Host-C handle support compared to Akamai/Linode?
Linode/Akamai uses a tiered ticket-based support system. Host-C provides direct access to network and infrastructure engineers — relevant when you hit an edge case that needs real expertise rather than a templated ticket response.
Can I pay Host-C annually to save more?
Yes. Annual prepay saves approximately 20% across all plans. Linode/Akamai does not offer annual billing discounts — you pay the monthly rate regardless of commitment period.
What Linux distributions does Host-C support?
Host-C supports standard Linux distributions: Ubuntu, Debian, CentOS/AlmaLinux, Rocky Linux, and others. You can also upload a custom ISO. The same software you run on Linode will run on Host-C without changes.
Switch from Linode — Save 67–73%
Same RAM. More NVMe. EUR pricing. Romanian datacenter. Deploy in ~45 seconds.
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