Migration guide
Switching from UltaHost to Google Cloud Compute Engine
Monthly price at the same RAM
| Cheapest plan with at least | UltaHost | Google Cloud Compute Engine | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1+ GB RAM | $5.52 | $6.11 | +$0.59 |
| 2+ GB RAM | $9.78 | $12.23 | +$2.45 |
| 4+ GB RAM | $15.87 | $24.46 | +$8.59 |
| 8+ GB RAM | $37.72 | $48.92 | +$11.20 |
The lowest-priced plan meeting each RAM floor, list price in USD.
Locations
Both: United Kingdom, Spain, Germany, Switzerland, Netherlands, France, Italy, Sweden, Poland, United States, Canada, Brazil, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, India, Singapore, Hong Kong, Japan, South Korea, Australia.
Only Google Cloud Compute Engine: Chile, Belgium, Finland, Taiwan, Indonesia, Qatar, Israel.
Only UltaHost: Norway, Turkey, Mexico, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia.
Features
Google Cloud Compute Engine adds an API, private networking.
You would give up DDoS filtering, custom ISO boot, unmetered traffic.
A three-step cutover
- Create the Google Cloud Compute Engine server in United Kingdom 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 UltaHost running for a week as a fallback.
Profiles
- UltaHost$5.52 · 29 cities
- Google Cloud Compute Engine$6.11 · 41 cities
Questions people ask
Is Google Cloud Compute Engine cheaper than UltaHost?
At 0 of 4 RAM tiers we can compare (1, 2, 4 and 8 GB) Google Cloud Compute Engine has the lower monthly price. Entry price is $6.11 against $5.52.
Will I lose any locations leaving UltaHost?
UltaHost covers 5 countries that Google Cloud Compute Engine does not: Norway, Turkey, Mexico, United Arab Emirates, Malaysia.