Equinix Metal Sunset: Why Hivelocity Is the Best Alternative
In a recent announcement, Equinix has decided to transition away from its bare-metal solution, leaving businesses relying on their services with a critical decision: where to go next? With the sunsetting of Equinix Metal set for June 2026, organizations must find a reliable and innovative partner to ensure their infrastructure remains robust, scalable, and future-proof. Enter Hivelocity, a trusted leader in dedicated servers, offering everything you need to migrate seamlessly and succeed long-term.
Why Hivelocity Stands Out
Hivelocity offers unmatched value and innovation to those searching for a new home for their bare-metal workloads. Here’s why:
- Customizable and Scalable Solutions: Hivelocity provides tailored hosting services to fit your business needs. Choose from various hardware configurations, and leverage our API and Terraform provider for seamless automation and scaling. With hourly billing options and additional savings for quarterly or annual commitments, you’ll have the flexibility to grow at your own pace. Plus, enjoy infinitely scalable object storage with no egress fees—ideal for data-heavy operations.
- Global Data Centers: With 50 state-of-the-art data centers across six continents, Hivelocity ensures you’re always close to your customers. Our network delivers ultra-low latency, allowing you to reach 80% of the global internet population in under 25 milliseconds for faster load times and an optimized user experience.
- World-Class Support: Rated highest on review sites such as TrustPilot, G2, and HostingAdvice.com, Hivelocity’s support team delivers rapid responses from expert engineers in under 15 minutes. Available 24/7/365, our team ensures your operations remain uninterrupted.
Hivelocity dedicated servers start at just $58/month. Plus, we’ve just extended our Black Friday deals—giving you the perfect opportunity to upgrade to a hosting solution that meets your business needs with up to 35% off for life with a purchase of a dedicated server.
A Future Beyond Equinix Metal
The sunsetting of Equinix Metal marks the end of an era, but it also presents an opportunity to upgrade your infrastructure with a provider deeply invested in bare-metal innovation. Hivelocity combines customizable solutions, global reach, and industry-leading support to help businesses thrive.
Don’t wait until the last moment to plan your transition. Contact Hivelocity now to ensure a seamless transition and build a better, faster, and more reliable hosting environment for your business.
