Akamai

by Akamai · Cambridge, United States · Since 1998

CDN and edge security.

Starting price: On request; Ask for a quote
Free trial / plan: Not advertised
Deployment: Cloud; Web
App Advisor rating: 4.1; transparency & India fit

What is Akamai?

Akamai is cloud platforms & infrastructure from Akamai, based in Cambridge, United States and has been building software since 1998. CDN and edge security.

Cloud platforms provide compute, storage, databases, networking and managed services on demand. AWS, Azure and Google Cloud operate Indian regions; DigitalOcean, Linode and Indian providers offer simpler pricing for smaller workloads.

Pricing is quoted per organisation, so ask the vendor for a proposal that matches your size.

What works well

+28 years in business — a mature, stable product

What to watch out for

−Pricing is not published — expect a sales conversation before you see costs
−No permanently free plan
−Global vendor — check India-specific compliance (GST, TDS) and support hours before you commit

Best suited for: Mid-market · Enterprise

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Akamai features

Category-standard capabilities plus what Akamai adds. Verify depth in a demo.

Virtual machines and containers
Managed databases
Object storage and CDN
Serverless and functions
Kubernetes services
Indian regions and data residency
Identity and access control
Cost management

Akamai pricing

Entry price

On request

Quoted per organisation after a discovery call

How Akamai charges. Akamai prices per organisation based on users, modules and implementation scope. Ask for a quote that includes onboarding, training and annual increases.

Read from the vendor's official website. Prices change — confirm on akamai.com.

Specifications

Category: Cloud platforms & infrastructure
Vendor: Akamai
Headquarters: Cambridge, United States
Founded: 1998
Pricing model: Quote-based
Starting price: On request
Deployment: Cloud
Platforms: Web
Best for: Mid-market, Enterprise
Made in India: No

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Akamai — frequently asked questions

What is Akamai?+

Akamai is cloud platforms & infrastructure by Akamai. CDN and edge security.

How much does Akamai cost?+

Akamai does not publish a price list; pricing is quoted per organisation. Request a demo through App Advisor and we will ask the vendor for a written quote.

Does Akamai offer a free trial or free plan?+

Akamai does not advertise a free plan; ask the vendor for a trial or a guided demo.

Is Akamai made in India?+

No. Akamai is developed by Akamai in Cambridge, United States, though it is used by Indian businesses.

Who is Akamai best suited for?+

Akamai suits mid-market, enterprise buyers looking for cloud platforms & infrastructure.

What are the best alternatives to Akamai?+

Popular alternatives in cloud platforms & infrastructure include Amazon Web Services, ImageKit, Google Cloud Platform. Use App Advisor's compare tool to see them side by side.

How is Akamai deployed?+

Akamai is available as a cloud (SaaS) product, with web access.