Linode/Akamai to Hetzner Migration
Save up to 45% on costs
We migrate your Linode/Akamai infrastructure to Hetzner – Linodes, LKE Kubernetes, Object Storage and more. Linode offers 13+ global regions, but Hetzner excels with German locations, 5x more traffic (20TB vs 4TB) and ~45% lower prices.
Up to 45% cheaper
German company
GDPR compliant
5x more Traffic
Linode vs. Hetzner: The Price Difference
Comparison at 4 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 160 GB SSD
* Linode/Akamai: 4TB incl., then $0.005/GB. Now part of Akamai Edge Network. | Hetzner: 20TB @ 1 Gbit/s (5x more traffic)
Prices based on on-demand rates (2025). Linode offers 13+ global regions, Managed Services and Akamai CDN integration.
more traffic
5x more Traffic
Hetzner: 20TB included vs. Linode: only 4TB. Then $0.005/GB at Linode.
German Company
Hetzner: German company. Linode: US company (now Akamai) with 13+ global regions.
No Akamai Lock-in
Linode is now part of Akamai. Migration to Hetzner avoids potential enterprise price increases.
Linode Services and their Hetzner Equivalents
For every Linode service there is a cost-effective alternative
Cloud Server (CPX/CAX)
~90% cheaper
Volumes (NVMe SSD)
~50% cheaper
Object Storage (S3-compatible)
~75% cheaper
Self-hosted on VM
~75% cheaper
Load Balancers
~45% cheaper
Cloud-init / User-Data
Free
K3s / Nomad / Docker
VM costs only
Private Networks
Free
How Your Migration Works
Assessment & Analysis
We analyze your Linode infrastructure: Linodes, NodeBalancers, Kubernetes, Storage and dependencies.
Architecture Design
Mapping your Linode services to Hetzner equivalents with optimized configuration.
Parallel Setup
Building Hetzner infrastructure parallel to Linode for seamless migration.
Data Synchronization
Transfer of databases, files and configurations with minimal downtime.
Traffic Cutover
DNS switching, final synchronization and gradual traffic migration.
Optimization & Support
Performance tuning, monitoring setup and ongoing support.
EVA Real Estate: Cloud Migration with 86% Savings
A leading real estate agency from Dubai migrated their entire cloud infrastructure to Hetzner and now saves €13,200 per year.
Linode Migration FAQ
Answers to the most important questions
Duration depends on your infrastructure complexity. Small setups can be migrated in 1-2 weeks. Complex environments with LKE and multiple NodeBalancers need 3-6 weeks.
Linode LKE is replaced with K3s, Nomad or Docker Swarm on Hetzner. K3s is a lightweight Kubernetes distribution that is perfect for Hetzner. For simpler setups we recommend Coolify as PaaS.
Linode (~$20/month for 4GB) is now part of Akamai. Hetzner offers ~39% lower prices (~€11), 5x more traffic (20TB vs 4TB), German company for GDPR compliance, and no risk of enterprise price increases.
Linode (Akamai) offers global presence with 13+ regions. Hetzner focuses on Germany and Finland. For EU-focused companies this is perfectly sufficient and offers better GDPR compliance with a German company.
Linode offers Managed Services for ~$100/month extra. At WZ-IT we offer comparable support included – monitoring, updates, backups and 24/7 availability for critical issues.
Linode Object Storage is migrated to Hetzner Object Storage (both S3-compatible). With rclone or s3cmd, data can be seamlessly synchronized. Usually an endpoint change in your application is sufficient.
Yes! Linode includes only 4TB traffic, then $0.005/GB. Hetzner offers 20TB included at 1 Gbit/s – that's 5x more traffic. For traffic-intensive applications this is a significant cost advantage.
Linode was acquired by Akamai in 2022. This brings benefits like CDN integration, but also risks like enterprise price increases. Migration to Hetzner offers long-term price stability with an independent German provider.
Open Source Tools for Your Migration
We replace Linode services with proven open-source solutions
Industry-leading companies rely on us
What do our customers say?
Aleksandr Shuliko
CTO, EVA Real Estate, UAE
"I recently worked with Timo and the WZ-IT team, and honestly, it turned out to be one of the best tech decisions I have made for my business. Right from the start, Timo took the time to walk me through every step in a simple and calm way. No matter how many questions I had, he never rushed me. The results speak for themselves. With WZ-IT, we reduced our monthly expenses from $1,300 down to $250. This was a huge win for us."
Sonja Aßer
Data Manager, ARGE, Germany
"With Timo and Robin, you're not only on the safe side technically - you also get the best human support! Whether it's quick help in everyday life or complex IT solutions: the guys from WZ-IT think along with you, act quickly and speak a language you understand. The collaboration is uncomplicated, reliable and always on an equal footing. That makes IT fun - and above all: it works! Big thank you to the team! (translated) "
Timo and Robin from WZ-IT set up a RocketChat server for us - and I couldn't be more satisfied! From the initial consultation to the final implementation, everything was absolutely professional, efficient, and to my complete satisfaction. I particularly appreciate the clear communication, transparent pricing, and the comprehensive expertise that both bring to the table. Even after the setup, they take care of the maintenance, which frees up my time enormously and allows me to focus on other important areas of my business - with the good feeling that our IT is in the best hands. I can recommend WZ-IT without reservation and look forward to continuing our collaboration! (translated)
We have had very good experiences with Mr. Wevelsiep and WZ-IT. The consultation was professional, clearly understandable, and at fair prices. The team not only implemented our requirements but also thought along and proactively. Instead of just processing individual tasks, they provided us with well-founded explanations that strengthened our own understanding. WZ-IT took a lot of pressure off us with their structured approach - that was exactly what we needed and is the reason why we keep coming back. (translated)
Robin and Timo provided excellent support during our migration from AWS to Hetzner! We received truly competent advice and will gladly return to their services in the future. (translated)
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Let's Talk About Your Idea
Whether a specific IT challenge or just an idea – we look forward to the exchange. In a brief conversation, we'll evaluate together if and how your project fits with WZ-IT.
Trusted by leading companies
Timo Wevelsiep & Robin Zins
CEOs of WZ-IT