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Migrating from AWS to Hetzner (digitalsociety.coop)

1140 points by pingoo101010 · 282 days ago · 627 comments on HN

Article summary

The article describes how DigitalSociety migrated their cloud infrastructure from AWS and DigitalOcean to Hetzner, resulting in a 76% reduction in cloud bills while tripling their capacity. The company chose Hetzner for its cost-effective pricing and used Talos Linux, CloudNativePG, and other tools to manage their Kubernetes cluster. The migration process presented some challenges, including differences in topology and latency between Hetzner locations. Despite these challenges, the company is happy with the migration and the cost savings it has achieved.

Main themes

  • Cloud migration
  • Cost savings
  • Infrastructure management
  • Kubernetes
  • Cloud providers
  • Dedicated servers

What commenters say

  • Hetzner is a cost-effective alternative to AWS, offering significant savings for companies with similar infrastructure needs.
  • The quality of support from Hetzner can be uneven, with some users experiencing prompt and helpful assistance while others face difficulties in resolving issues.
  • Dedicated servers can offer better performance and value than cloud providers like AWS, especially for companies with high bandwidth needs.
  • The choice of cloud provider depends on various factors, including data sovereignty, latency, and scalability requirements, and companies should carefully evaluate these factors before making a decision.
  • AWS is seen as having high prices and limited flexibility, making it less attractive to some users who are looking for more affordable and customizable options.
  • The use of dedicated servers requires more technical expertise and hands-on management compared to cloud providers, but can offer more control and flexibility.
  • Hetzner's unmetered bandwidth and competitive pricing make it an attractive option for companies with high bandwidth needs, but its reliability and uptime may not be on par with other providers.
  • The importance of data sovereignty and compliance with regulations like the CLOUD Act should be considered when choosing a cloud provider, especially for companies operating in sensitive industries.