Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) vs MinIO comparison

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Categories and Ranking

Akamai Connected Cloud (Lin...

Average Rating

9.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.4

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) (4th), Hybrid Cloud Computing Platforms (8th)

MinIO

Average Rating

8.0

Reviews Sentiment

7.0

Number of Reviews

Ranking in other categories

File and Object Storage (4th)

Mindshare comparison

Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) and MinIO aren’t in the same category and serve different purposes. Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) is designed for Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) and holds a mindshare of 8.7%, up 6.2% compared to last year.
MinIO, on the other hand, focuses on File and Object Storage, holds 12.9% mindshare, down 19.8% since last year.

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS) Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode)	8.7%
Amazon AWS	16.2%
Microsoft Azure	9.0%
Other	66.1%

Infrastructure as a Service Clouds (IaaS)

File and Object Storage Mindshare Distribution
Product	Mindshare (%)
MinIO	12.9%
Red Hat Ceph Storage	12.7%
Dell PowerScale (Isilon)	6.2%
Other	68.2%

File and Object Storage

Featured Reviews

AhmedKhalil

CTO at a tech services company with 11-50 employees

Reliability and simplicity have ensured a seamless experience for 15 years

I am not satisfied with the customization options from Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) because I still haven't tried any new capabilities provided by them yet. I am still keeping it as a virtual server because it is consistent and my business is stable using it. I didn't try the new features. The main improvement I would like to see from Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) is the ability to duplicate the server as it is and initialize a new one with the same features. This is my main need, and I think this feature was published a few months ago, but I am not sure of this. I may often need to replicate the server and initiate a new one for some business and drop it again.

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Abdelrahim-Ahmad

Data Scientist at a tech vendor with 501-1,000 employees

Provides good object storage functionalities

MinIO should provide an easier subscription model for companies that don't have a huge amount of data. Our company has a maximum of 100 terabytes of data. The solution should provide more bugging tools in the open-source version to encourage people to buy the support services. It's not an easy decision. If I go to the management and tell them that I need to buy a service, there should be an easier subscription model for companies that don't have huge amounts of data. For me, getting a subscription for 15,000 a year for a system already in production might be a bit hard. I think MinIO supports a minimum of one petabyte or 100 terabytes of data. Since we don't have such huge amounts of data, buying a subscription for the solution is a bit difficult. Hence, we're only using the open-source version for now. If MinIO becomes really crucial for our business, we could ask the management to get a subscription.

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Quotes from Members

We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use. Here are some excerpts of what they said:

Pros

"The management of different DNS domains is beneficial due to the user-friendly interface that provides all necessary options."

"The most valuable feature is the static IP address, which has been very helpful for being able to log into the same address over the course of more than a decade."

"My advice for anybody who is looking for this type of service is to seriously consider Linode."

"They have a very nice web interface to allow you to manage and reorganize your server."

"The most valuable feature is that they are flexible and easy to get ahold of if I need something."

"It has helped to minimize the risk and scale services at large in virtually no time."

"Linode has many other cloud servers across the globe."

"For my usage, which is a small business, I rate the scalability of Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) around nine or ten."

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"The initial setup was very easy - one click, and it was installed."

"Very good at object retrieval."

"In terms of the volume, processing speed, and accessibility of data, MinIO was outstanding."

"The features that I have found most valuable with MinIO is its coding bit rot protection and how it distributes the workload over all the servers."

"In the current market, when you have so many options for object storage, MinIO is completely open source and an all inclusive package offering you both stability and scalability and its most attractive feature is the S3 plugin which is very similar to AWS."

"The tool’s integration is very easy. This feature has helped us reduce development time. The solution also has many out-of-the-box features like versioning support and management of roles and permissions. The product also supports clustered deployment."

"I use the solution's basic object storage functionalities, like AWS S3 compatible APIs and creating buckets."

"MinIO provided that bridge because we could write code only once and make it work with MinIO, and when we move the same code to the cloud to scale it, it will still continue to work."

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Cons

"They could have more international servers. There are certain places throughout Europe and Eastern Europe which are very open to doing a lot of technology business, such as Romania."

"I don't know how all of their services work, but my understanding is that they're not offering the entry-level machine for someone who just wants to own their own web page."

"The only improvement in this aspect of the service which I can think of is perhaps a pool of developers who could be hired for those cases where the need goes beyond the support offered."

"Sometimes the solution gets a little slower and sometimes it's out of coverage as well. That's the reason we lost some of our potential customers and I was searching for other clouds."

"I've had some difficulties with some of their IP addresses being banned by certain mail servers."

"They recently changed the web interface and although the older one did not look as good, the new one is less responsive."

"I've had some difficulties with some of their IP addresses being banned by certain mail servers."

"The product must improve its security."

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"Documentation could be improved."

"The monitoring capability is really bad and needs to be improved."

"With problems, visibility is hard because everything is in containers. Difficult to get to the logs in order to figure out what the problem was."

"We had some issues with the initial configuration which I think could be improved by working on the documentation."

"MinIO has behaved strangely in the past. For instance, the application dropped connection to MinIO. It's not too significant, but it loses connection. We're trying to understand exactly what is happening when this happens."

"The scalability is one of the limitations we have found. We are looking for another solution but they must provide the same characteristics, such as an affordable price and continuity."

"The documentation of the solution should improve."

"The solution should have high availability. Also, support should be quick."

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Pricing and Cost Advice

"Compared to other service providers, like AWS and Google, the cost of services are much less and more affordable. We are saving about 90 percent by going with Linode versus other cloud providers."

"At this point, I'm paying more like $35 per month for a slightly bigger machine, and the backup, and the object service."

"The pricing model is very simple. I like the simplicity of it, starting at $5, then doubling as it goes up from there. That is a brilliant idea, and it is not complex at all. It is about as dead simple as you can imagine. So, if you want to double what you have, then you double your price, pay the money, and reboot. It is done. It's that simple. You can't beat that."

"There might be something a little bit cheaper but I find it very fair and competitive, and nothing to complain about."

"When we started with the service, the cost was approximately €5 per month."

"Overall, it is cost-effective. They offer flat, no lock-in pricing. We also get discounts. As compared to its competitors, it is costly, but at the same time, it has many features."

"The solution is neither cheap nor expensive."

"I pay $5 per month for each of three servers, for a total of $15 per month, and I normally prepay a few months in advance."

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"My company hasn't tried the version of the solution where we need to pay to use it."

"We use the solution's open-source version."

"This solution is open source so it is free."

"This is an open-source solution but I am using the licensed version."

"We use the solution's open-source version."

"MinIO is a free open-source solution."

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Top Industries

By visitors reading reviews

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Computer Software Company

Financial Services Firm

13%

Computer Software Company

12%

Manufacturing Company

10%

Comms Service Provider

Company Size

By reviewers

Large Enterprise

Midsize Enterprise

Small Business

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	29
Midsize Enterprise	3
Large Enterprise	1

By reviewers
Company Size	Count
Small Business	11
Midsize Enterprise	4
Large Enterprise	9

Questions from the Community

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for Linode?

I find Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode)'s pricing very competitive. They never charge extra without improvements. I always receive more features for the same price.

What needs improvement with Linode?

What is your primary use case for Linode?

My use case for Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) involves using the servers, specifically for servers. I am using the virtual server from Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode). I have more than one virtua...

How does Red Hat Ceph Storage compare with MiniO?

Red Hat Ceph does well in simplifying storage integration by replacing the need for numerous storage solutions. This solution allows for multiple copies of replicated and coded pools to be kept, ea...

What is your experience regarding pricing and costs for MinIO?

We use the solution's open-source version.

What needs improvement with MinIO?

* Rolling upgrades, vs. upgrading and restarting all daemons at the same time, which is risky and impactful. * Remove the restrictions on hostnames * Accommodate incremental expansion

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Overview

Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) offers efficient server hosting with excellent support and global data center access. Users benefit from simplified operations, scalability, and fast provisioning.

Renowned for its Linux-focused services, Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) provides users with exceptional server management capabilities. It boasts features like VM configuration, automation, and robust backup solutions. The platform simplifies deployment with tools like StackScripts and Kubernetes. Accessible and affordable pricing makes it a convenient choice for diverse functions including website hosting, application deployment, and e-commerce platform management. The cloud excels in flexibility, security, and customer support. However, improvements are needed in security management against threats like denial of service attacks, a need for more data centers in Europe and Latin America, enhanced backup integration, and support for managed databases and non-Linux OS.

What are the key features of Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode)?

VM Configuration: Offers customizable virtual machines for tailored server needs.
Automation: Streamlines processes for efficient server management.
Backup Options: Ensures data protection with comprehensive backup services.
StackScripts: Simplifies deployment with reusable scripts for server setup.
Kubernetes: Facilitates easy management of containerized applications.
Scalability: Allows users to scale resources based on demand.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Global Reach: Extensive data center coverage supports local hosting and performance.
Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing offers significant value for resources and features.
Reliable Support: User-friendly support enhances problem-solving and service continuity.
Flexibility: Adaptability in managing server environments meets diverse needs.

Industries implement Akamai Connected Cloud (Linode) for activities such as hosting high-performance websites, managing reliable email servers, and deploying versatile applications. It is used in e-commerce for virtual private servers and cloud management. Organizations leverage Linux support for software development, server virtualization, and Kubernetes cluster deployment, enabling efficient virtual infrastructure management across sectors.

Akamai

MinIO provides high retrieval performance, seamless management, and compatibility with Amazon SDK and S3 APIs, making it a favored choice for efficient data operations within cloud environments.

MinIO, known for its performance and simplicity, stands out with features such as coding bit rot protection, fast operations, and ease of deployment. Its compatibility with data science tools and integration with Kubernetes offers reliability in clustered deployments. While popular in handling document storage and machine learning model storage, improvements can be made in documentation and tuning guides, monitoring capabilities, and multi-tenancy support. Despite these areas for development, and challenges related to scaling and pricing, many benefit from MinIO's scalable and secure platform tailored for high-volume use.

What are MinIO's key features?

High Retrieval Performance: Rapid data access and operations.
Simple Management: Easy handling of data with minimal overhead.
Compatibility with Amazon SDK and S3 APIs: Broad integration capabilities.
Erasure Coding: Advanced data protection and reliability.
Workload Distribution: Optimized for balanced performance.
Open Source: Allows for comprehensive community support and adaptability.

What benefits and ROI can users expect?

Ease of Deployment: Quick and straightforward setup.
Reliable Security Features: Protect data with robust measures.
Fast Operations: Boosts productivity with less downtime.
Scalability: Grows with data storage needs efficiently.

MinIO is implemented extensively in industries like finance, manufacturing, and software development where storage of unstructured data, document management, and cloud storage are critical. Legal teams and data science teams leverage its capabilities for document retention and machine learning model storage, benefiting from its seamless integration with existing data infrastructures and enhanced performance.

Sample Customers

Best Buy, Panasonic, Giphy, Marco Polo, World Health Organization, Font Squirrel

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