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Global regions, not just EU
Hetzner covers Germany and Finland. BareMetalServer.ai adds Singapore, Chicago, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Stockholm, and Lithuania. Run validators in Asia, serve US customers, and keep EU compliance — from one provider.
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BareMetalServer.ai vs Hetzner: global reach, not just Europe.
Hetzner built a loyal following with affordable European hosting and 44,520 organic keyword rankings. For EU-only workloads, they're hard to beat. But if you need Singapore, US data centers, 100TB bandwidth, or crypto payments — you need a provider built for global infrastructure.
Why consider alternatives to Hetzner?
Hetzner is a respected German hosting provider with over two decades of experience. Their dedicated servers in Falkenstein, Nuremberg, and Helsinki offer excellent price-to-performance for European workloads. However, Hetzner's geographic footprint is limited to Europe. Teams running globally distributed infrastructure — blockchain validators that need multi-region redundancy, trading systems requiring APAC presence, or SaaS platforms serving US customers — often outgrow Hetzner's coverage. BareMetalServer.ai addresses this with 6 regions spanning Singapore, Chicago, Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Stockholm, and Lithuania. Combined with 100TB bandwidth (versus Hetzner's 20TB) and native crypto payments, it fills the gaps that Hetzner's EU-focused model leaves open.
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5x more bandwidth included
Hetzner includes 20TB on most dedicated servers. BareMetalServer.ai includes up to 100TB. For blockchain nodes syncing chains, streaming origins, or CDN backends, that difference saves hundreds per month in overage charges.
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Crypto-native payments
Hetzner doesn't accept cryptocurrency. BareMetalServer.ai takes USDC via Stripe — no bank transfers, no SEPA delays. Deploy a Solana validator and pay in stablecoin from day one.
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Servers across 6 regions with up to 100TB bandwidth included.
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CPU
RAM
Storage
Network
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AMD Ryzen 7950X
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16 cores
128 GB
2x NVMe 1TB
3Gbps
$449/mo
AMD Ryzen 9900X
amd-ryzen-9900x
12 cores
96 GB
2x NVMe 1TB
10Gbps
$449/mo
AMD Ryzen 9700X
amd-ryzen-9700x
8 cores
96 GB
2x NVMe 1TB
10Gbps
$449/mo
AMD Epyc 4564P
amd-epyc-4564P
16 cores
192 GB
2x NVMe 1TB
10Gbps
$570/mo
AMD Ryzen 9950X
amd-ryzen-9950x
16 cores
192 GB
2x NVMe 1TB
10Gbps
$570/mo
2x Intel GOLD 6230R
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52 cores
256 GB
2x NVMe 500GB
3Gbps
$711/mo
Answers before you ask.
How does BareMetalServer.ai compare to Hetzner for dedicated servers?
Hetzner is a German hosting provider known for affordable servers in European data centers. BareMetalServer.ai offers servers across 6 global regions including Singapore, Chicago, and Amsterdam. Both provide dedicated hardware, but BareMetalServer.ai includes up to 100TB bandwidth and deploys in 5-20 minutes versus Hetzner's typical setup time.
Is Hetzner or BareMetalServer.ai better for US-based customers?
Hetzner's primary data centers are in Germany and Finland, with limited US presence. BareMetalServer.ai has servers in Chicago (US Central) with dedicated 3-10 Gbps networking. For US-based workloads requiring low latency, BareMetalServer.ai offers better geographic coverage.
Does Hetzner offer servers in Asia?
Hetzner does not currently have data centers in Asia. BareMetalServer.ai offers dedicated servers in Singapore, providing low-latency access for Asian markets — ideal for Solana validators, trading systems, and Web3 infrastructure serving APAC users.
Which has better bandwidth, Hetzner or BareMetalServer.ai?
Hetzner includes 20TB bandwidth on most dedicated servers, with overages charged per TB. BareMetalServer.ai includes up to 100TB bandwidth on US and EU plans. For bandwidth-intensive workloads, BareMetalServer.ai offers 5x more included transfer.
Can I pay with crypto at Hetzner?
No, Hetzner does not accept cryptocurrency payments. BareMetalServer.ai accepts USDC via Stripe, making it ideal for Web3 and blockchain projects that prefer crypto-native payment methods.
Which is better for blockchain nodes?
Both offer bare metal hardware suitable for blockchain nodes. However, BareMetalServer.ai has purpose-built pages and server recommendations for Solana validators, Ethereum nodes, and Web3 infrastructure. Combined with crypto payments and Singapore presence, it's built for the blockchain ecosystem.
BareMetalServer.ai vs Hetzner — Feature comparison
Side-by-side comparison for teams evaluating Hetzner alternatives.
| Feature | BareMetalServer.ai | Hetzner |
|---|---|---|
| Locations | 6 regions (US, EU, Asia) | 3 locations (Germany, Finland) |
| Asia Presence | Singapore data center | No Asia data centers |
| US Presence | Chicago data center | No US data centers |
| Starting Price | From $449/mo | From ~$45/mo (auction servers) |
| Bandwidth | Up to 100TB included | 20TB included |
| Networking | 3-10 Gbps dedicated | 1 Gbps (10G available) |
| Deploy Time | 5-20 minutes | ~60 minutes (varies) |
| Crypto Payments | USDC via Stripe | Not available |
| CPU Options | AMD Ryzen, EPYC, Intel Gold | AMD Ryzen, EPYC, Intel Xeon |
| Contracts | Month-to-month, cancel anytime | Monthly, some setups have fees |
| DDoS Protection | Included | Included |
| Support | Email + documentation | Ticket system |
Pricing as of April 2026. Hetzner pricing from hetzner.com. Hetzner auction servers may have lower prices but limited availability and older hardware.
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