Migration guide
Switching from SSD Nodes to FastComet
Monthly price at the same RAM
| Cheapest plan with at least | SSD Nodes | FastComet | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+ GB RAM | $17 | $53.87 | +$36.87 |
| 2+ GB RAM | $17 | $53.87 | +$36.87 |
| 4+ GB RAM | $17 | $53.87 | +$36.87 |
| 8+ GB RAM | $17 | $69.27 | +$52.27 |
The lowest-priced plan meeting each RAM floor, list price in USD.
Locations
Both: United States, Canada, Brazil, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, India, Singapore, Japan, Australia.
Only FastComet: Italy, France, Sweden, Indonesia.
Features
FastComet adds no feature on our checklist.
You would give up IPv6, an API.
A three-step cutover
- Create the FastComet server in United States first so the new IP is ready before DNS changes.
- Move data with rsync or a restic backup — snapshots help you roll back at the destination.
- Lower the DNS TTL to 300 seconds a day ahead, cut over, then keep SSD Nodes running for a week as a fallback.
Profiles
Questions people ask
Is FastComet cheaper than SSD Nodes?
At 0 of 4 RAM tiers we can compare (1, 2, 4 and 8 GB) FastComet has the lower monthly price. Entry price is $53.87 against $17.
Will I lose any locations leaving SSD Nodes?
No. Every country SSD Nodes serves also has a FastComet data center in this index.