Fluence: The Hetzner alternative where stability and transparency aren’t sacrificed for price

Hetzner’s prices entice but come with slow support, opaque policies, and sudden account risks. Fluence Virtual Servers deliver decentralized compute, reliable support, transparent operations, and secure accounts so you can scale with confidence.

Hetzner’s low prices are tempting. Fluence delivers true cloud value.

While Hetzner’s low prices appeal to cost-cutters, unresponsive support, opaque policies, sudden suspensions, and data-loss risks can turn initial savings into ongoing operational headaches and risk.

Look beyond price. Fluence delivers decentralized, cost-effective compute with responsive support, transparent policies, and strong account security. Build and scale confidently on a resilient cloud partner that empowers your success.

Discover the Fluence difference

Hetzner’s low prices are tempting. Fluence delivers true cloud value.

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Type

Cloudless computing platform

Centralized hosting and data center operator

Cost Efficiency

Up to 75% lower costs vs major clouds through decentralized compute

Low base VPS pricing but extra fees for bandwidth, backups, and addons

Policy Transparency

Clear, fair, and consistently applied with due process

Reports of opaque rules, sudden suspensions, and unclear enforcement

Account Security & Access

High developer autonomy with a focus on account integrity and data access

Concerns over unexpected lockouts, permanent data loss, and strict verification processes

Billing Predictability

Flat, predictable daily billing with no hidden fees

Low base pricing, but billed monthly and risk of hidden charges and payment method issues

Control & Ownership Model

A global network of independent compute providers

Centralized data centers

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Focus on next-gen infrastructure, including AI and Web3 readiness

Traditional setup with fewer innovation-driven capabilities

True Cost of Ownership

Predictable operating costs with reduced risk from outages or poor support

Lower upfront cost, but risk of higher long-term costs due to instability or downtime

Type

Cloudless computing platform

Centralized hosting and data center operator

Cost Efficiency

Up to 75% lower costs vs major clouds through decentralized compute

Low base VPS pricing but extra fees for bandwidth, backups, and addons

Policy Transparency

Clear, fair, and consistently applied with due process

Reports of opaque rules, sudden suspensions, and unclear enforcement

Account Security & Access

High developer autonomy with a focus on account integrity and data access

Concerns over unexpected lockouts, permanent data loss, and strict verification processes

Billing Predictability

Flat, predictable daily billing with no hidden fees

Low base pricing, but billed monthly and risk of hidden charges and payment method issues

Control & Ownership Model

A global network of independent compute providers

Centralized data centers

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Focus on next-gen infrastructure, including AI and Web3 readiness

Traditional setup with fewer innovation-driven capabilities

True Cost of Ownership

Predictable operating costs with reduced risk from outages or poor support

Lower upfront cost, but risk of higher long-term costs due to instability or downtime

Type

Cloudless computing platform

Centralized hosting and data center operator

Cost Efficiency

Up to 75% lower costs vs major clouds through decentralized compute

Low base VPS pricing but extra fees for bandwidth, backups, and addons

Policy Transparency

Clear, fair, and consistently applied with due process

Reports of opaque rules, sudden suspensions, and unclear enforcement

Account Security & Access

High developer autonomy with a focus on account integrity and data access

Concerns over unexpected lockouts, permanent data loss, and strict verification processes

Billing Predictability

Flat, predictable daily billing with no hidden fees

Low base pricing, but billed monthly and risk of hidden charges and payment method issues

Control & Ownership Model

A global network of independent compute providers

Centralized data centers

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Focus on next-gen infrastructure, including AI and Web3 readiness

Traditional setup with fewer innovation-driven capabilities

True Cost of Ownership

Predictable operating costs with reduced risk from outages or poor support

Lower upfront cost, but risk of higher long-term costs due to instability or downtime

Type

Cloudless computing platform

Centralized hosting and data center operator

Cost Efficiency

Up to 75% lower costs vs major clouds through decentralized compute

Low base VPS pricing but extra fees for bandwidth, backups, and addons

Policy Transparency

Clear, fair, and consistently applied with due process

Reports of opaque rules, sudden suspensions, and unclear enforcement

Account Security & Access

High developer autonomy with a focus on account integrity and data access

Concerns over unexpected lockouts, permanent data loss, and strict verification processes

Billing Predictability

Flat, predictable daily billing with no hidden fees

Low base pricing, but billed monthly and risk of hidden charges and payment method issues

Control & Ownership Model

A global network of independent compute providers

Centralized data centers

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Focus on next-gen infrastructure, including AI and Web3 readiness

Traditional setup with fewer innovation-driven capabilities

True Cost of Ownership

Predictable operating costs with reduced risk from outages or poor support

Lower upfront cost, but risk of higher long-term costs due to instability or downtime

Type

Cloudless computing platform

Centralized hosting and data center operator

Cost Efficiency

Up to 75% lower costs vs major clouds through decentralized compute

Low base VPS pricing but extra fees for bandwidth, backups, and addons

Policy Transparency

Clear, fair, and consistently applied with due process

Reports of opaque rules, sudden suspensions, and unclear enforcement

Account Security & Access

High developer autonomy with a focus on account integrity and data access

Concerns over unexpected lockouts, permanent data loss, and strict verification processes

Billing Predictability

Flat, predictable daily billing with no hidden fees

Low base pricing, but billed monthly and risk of hidden charges and payment method issues

Control & Ownership Model

A global network of independent compute providers

Centralized data centers

Innovation & Future-Proofing

Focus on next-gen infrastructure, including AI and Web3 readiness

Traditional setup with fewer innovation-driven capabilities

True Cost of Ownership

Predictable operating costs with reduced risk from outages or poor support

Lower upfront cost, but risk of higher long-term costs due to instability or downtime

Beyond the price tag: unpacking Hetzner’s operational realities

Hetzner’s low-cost hosting attracts many, but users report hidden costs and operational headaches—especially during system failures, account disputes, or scaling. These challenges often emerge at the most critical moments, making them essential to weigh for long-term infrastructure planning.

Billing & Payment Inflexibility: Rigid monthly billing as opposed to daily, which is more flexible

Service Reliability: Performs well for its price, though some users note limitations in specific use cases

Support Issues: Occasional delays and limited responsiveness during critical issues

Opaque Policies: Unclear policies and occasional account actions lacking detailed explanations.

Fluence: A Cost-Effective, Transparent Alternative

Fluence is a leading alternative to Hetzner, designed for transparency, decentralization, and developer autonomy. Tired of increasing complexity and costs? Here’s why Fluence stands out:

Cost Efficiency: Achieve up to 39% savings versus Hetzner with decentralized computing

Effortless Portability: Migrate workloads freely without vendor-specific constraints

Cost Efficiency: Achieve up to 39% savings versus Hetzner with decentralized computing

Effortless Portability: Migrate workloads freely without vendor-specific constraints

Dedicated IP Addresses: Each virtual server includes its own static IP for reliable access and deployment

Elastic Scaling: Adjust resources on demand without fixed pricing tiers

Dedicated IP Addresses: Each virtual server includes its own static IP for reliable access and deployment

Elastic Scaling: Adjust resources on demand without fixed pricing tiers

Calculate your dedicated instances costs

Hetzner’s low vCPU pricing looks attractive, but hidden costs from downtime and weak support add up. Use our calculator to see why Fluence is a smarter alternative to Hetzner’s dedicated instances.

Experience the cost savings

Beyond the price tag of Hetzner

Surprise billing and payment friction

Some users cite unexpected fees, payment method issues, and difficulty resolving billing disputes through support channels.

Data loss with no path to recovery

Service termination may result in permanent data loss, with limited options to retrieve backups or migrate assets.

Critical support delays during outages

When urgent issues arise, some users report slow or unresponsive support, leading to prolonged downtime and frustration.

Unclear policies and sudden account actions

Accounts can be suspended or terminated without warning or clear reasoning, disrupting operations.

Why Fluence is the More Reliable Hetzner Alternative

Built for Real-World Performance

Whether you’re spinning up AI workloads, serving a global web app, or deploying blockchain nodes, Fluence gives you the compute power you need—without the cloud bloat.

Dynamically scale on demand
Enterprise-grade performance (high-CPU, high-memory virtual servers)
Coming soon: GPU support

Designed for Developer Control and Account Stability

Many users report Hetzner account suspensions without clear notice or recourse. Fluence ensures your infrastructure is governed by transparent policies, not opaque enforcement. You maintain sovereignty over your deployments and data—without the anxiety of sudden service disruption.

Clear policies and fair enforcement
No hidden triggers for termination
Full visibility into account standing

Decentralized by Design

While Hetzner operates from centralized data centers, Fluence runs on a distributed network of global compute providers. This architecture offers stronger uptime guarantees, fewer IP blacklisting risks, and improved data routing.

More resilient to localized failures
Greater control over workload geography
Less exposure to shared platform abuse

You choose where your workloads run—from Europe to Asia, or anywhere across our decentralized provider network.

Transparent Pricing with Predictable Spend

Hetzner’s low base rates are appealing, but unpredictable billing, hidden fees, and limited cost transparency can undermine your budget. Fluence offers straightforward, flat-rate pricing for common workloads—no guesswork, no surprises.

No egress fees in standard use cases
Predictable, flat-rate daily costs
Transparent billing, always visible

Support that solves, not stalls

Hetzner users often cite slow, generic support responses - even for urgent issues. Fluence prioritizes rapid, knowledgeable help when it matters most. Get answers from real experts, not auto-responses or FAQs.