Linode (Akamai) vs Vercel
Which tool is right for you?
Quick Verdict
Choose Linode (Akamai) if:
You need developers or small teams
Choose Vercel if:
You need frontend teams or next.js projects
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Linode (Akamai) | Vercel |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $5/mo | $20/mo |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.6/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Linode (Akamai)
Pros
- Excellent support
- Predictable pricing
- Good performance
- 24/7 support
Cons
- Fewer services than AWS
- Older UI
- Limited managed services
Vercel
Pros
- Excellent DX
- Fast global CDN
- Great Next.js support
- Free tier
Cons
- Can get expensive
- Vendor lock-in
- Cold starts on serverless
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