Overview
Psychz is a Los Angeles-based hosting provider known for high-capacity DDoS protection and bare metal servers. Psychz offers DDoS-protected VPS, dedicated servers, and custom bare metal with an own BGP network, and its LA data center uses a China Telecom CN2 GIA direct route for relatively fast China access.
Psychz targets attack-prone businesses (game servers, financial services) and China-facing websites, offering multi-tier DDoS protection and flexible bare metal configurations as a popular choice for high-defense scenarios.
Key Strengths
- Strong DDoS Protection: Multi-layer DDoS mitigation supporting T-level attack protection, a core selling point for attack-prone businesses.
- Flexible Bare Metal: Dedicated server configurations from entry to high-performance with custom hardware.
- Premium LA Data Center: LA with a China Telecom CN2 GIA direct route for relatively fast China access.
- Own BGP Network: Multi-line BGP network with automatic route optimization.
- High-Bandwidth Ports: 1Gbps-10Gbps ports for high-bandwidth needs.
Product Ecosystem
DDoS-Protected VPS
VPS with built-in DDoS protection from $15/month for attack-prone lightweight apps.
Dedicated Servers
Dedicated servers from $60/month with custom hardware—see bare metal vs. cloud server comparison.
Custom Bare Metal
Custom bare metal servers for special requirements with quotes on demand.
Network & High-Defense
Own BGP network and multi-tier DDoS protection for game and financial scenarios prone to attacks.
Limitations
- Limited Coverage: Primarily US West and East Coast with minimal presence elsewhere.
- Higher VPS Pricing: DDoS-protected VPS pricing is higher than standard VPS.
- Basic Console: Management interface is functional but lacks advanced cloud platform features.
Use Cases
- Attack-Prone Business (★★★★★): Game servers and financial services frequently under attack; high-defense is critical.
- China-Facing Sites (★★★★): LA CN2 GIA route provides relatively good China access.
- High-Bandwidth Needs (★★★★): 1Gbps-10Gbps ports for video and big data.
- Lightweight Apps (★★★): DDoS protection premium makes simple applications expensive.
- Global Deployment (★★★): Nodes mainly in the US with limited coverage elsewhere.
Pricing
| Product | Starting Price | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DDoS VPS | $15/month | Built-in DDoS protection |
| Dedicated | $60/month | High-performance bare metal |
| Custom Bare Metal | custom quote | Special configs |
| Bandwidth Ports | varies | 1Gbps-10Gbps |
Priced in USD; see the official site for current pricing—see the DDoS-protected server buying guide.
FAQ
- How much DDoS protection? Multi-tier protection up to T-level depending on plan—see the DDoS-protected server buying guide.
- Is it good for Chinese users? The LA CN2 GIA route provides decent China access, but it primarily serves overseas business—see the cross-border website guide.
- What is the bandwidth? 1Gbps-10Gbps ports depending on plan configuration—see the cloud server configuration guide.
- Where are the nodes? Mainly US West and East Coast with fewer nodes elsewhere—see the global data center market analysis.