Equinix Metal
The automated, interconnected, bare metal leader.
Overview
Equinix Metal allows developers and enterprises to deploy powerful bare metal servers in minutes across Equinix's global data center footprint. While not exclusively an edge product, its extensive global presence and focus on low-latency interconnection make it a foundational layer for building distributed edge infrastructure. Users get full control over dedicated hardware, which can be used to run edge applications, private clouds, or connect to network services.
✨ Key Features
- On-demand bare metal servers
- Global data center footprint
- Rich interconnection ecosystem (Equinix Fabric)
- API-driven automation
- Support for cloud-native technologies (Kubernetes, etc.)
- Single-tenant, dedicated hardware
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Unmatched global reach and interconnection capabilities via Equinix Fabric
- Developer-friendly, API-first approach
- Focus purely on bare metal, providing maximum performance and control
Unique Value: Deploy dedicated bare metal infrastructure with the speed and automation of the cloud, anywhere in the world, with unparalleled connectivity options.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Deploying Kubernetes clusters on bare metal for performance-sensitive applications
- Creating a private, low-latency network backbone between public clouds and on-premises infrastructure
- Hosting dedicated game servers closer to players
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Simple serverless functions
- Users who do not want to manage the OS and application stack
- Small applications with highly variable traffic
🏆 Alternatives
Offers a more extensive global network and deeper interconnection services than cloud provider bare metal solutions, and a more modern, API-driven experience than traditional dedicated server hosts.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
- ✓ Live Chat
- ✓ Phone Support
- ✓ Dedicated Support (Varies by plan tier)
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
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