DigitalOcean vs Linode (Akamai) for Node.js
Affordable VPS options with good CPU performance for running Node.js applications. This comparison only looks at the parts of the dataset that matter for Node.js workloads.
Quick Verdict
Pick DigitalOcean if you want the stronger overall fit.
DigitalOcean wins this matchup on the balance of qualifying pricing, CPU, storage, and network data in the current snapshot.
Pick Linode (Akamai) if one of its tradeoffs matches your priorities.
Linode (Akamai) may still be the better choice if you care more about its regions, support model, or a specific feature set than the raw benchmark balance.
$5.00
1 vCPU
25 GB
Linux
Node.js Requirements
Start with at least 1 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 25 GB storage. For this workload, Latency matters more than raw bandwidth for most API and app workloads.
Operating system fit
Linux
| Feature |  |  |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $6.00/month | $5.00/month Best Price |
| Entry Plan Specs | 1 vCPU 1GB RAM 25GB SSD Fits Node.js | 1 vCPU 1GB RAM 25GB SSD Fits Node.js |
| CPU Score (Single) | 1,120 | 1,150 Fastest |
| Disk Read Speed | 580MB/s Fastest | 540MB/s |
| Network Throughput | 4,800Mbps Fastest | 4,500Mbps |
| Boot Time | 32.4seconds Quickest | 35.8seconds |
| Datacenter Regions | 8 locations | 10 locations |
| Hourly Billing | ||
| Support | ticket email community | ticket email phone chat |
| Get Started | Visit DigitalOcean | Visit Linode (Akamai) |
DigitalOcean for Node.js
Excellent documentation and tutorials Basic 1GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $6.00.
Linode (Akamai) for Node.js
Excellent 24/7 support with phone option Nanode 1GB is the lowest plan that clears the baseline at $5.00.
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FAQ
Which is cheaper for Node.js: DigitalOcean or Linode (Akamai)?
DigitalOcean starts at $6.00 for a qualifying plan, while Linode (Akamai) starts at $5.00.
Which provider has better performance for Node.js?
DigitalOcean scores 1120 on the latest CPU run and Linode (Akamai) scores 1150. Disk and network numbers matter just as much for this workload, so use the full table rather than a single benchmark number.
Do both providers meet the minimum requirements for Node.js?
Yes. Both providers have at least one plan that clears the baseline of 1 GB RAM, 1 vCPU, and 25 GB storage.
Should I use the generic DigitalOcean vs Linode (Akamai) comparison instead?
Use this page when Node.js is the workload you care about. Use the base comparison page when you want a broader provider-level decision without a workload filter.