Overview
RamNode was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in the United States. It is a cloud server provider known for high-performance SSD VPS, offering KVM-based virtual servers with all-NVMe storage starting at $4.50/month with 1 Gbps network ports. Datacenters are located on the US West Coast (Seattle), US East Coast (Atlanta/New York), and the Netherlands (Amsterdam), primarily serving the North American market.
RamNode is recognized in the user community for reliable uptime and fast customer support response times. All nodes include DDoS protection, custom ISO installation support, and full root access, making it suitable for technically proficient users who need complete server control.
Key Strengths
- All-NVMe SSD Storage: All VPS plans use NVMe SSDs with significantly better I/O performance than traditional SSDs. The $4.50/month starting price is highly competitive in the NVMe VPS market.
- Bicoastal US Coverage: West Coast (Seattle) and East Coast (Atlanta/New York) datacenters provide low-latency connectivity for US users. The Seattle node is ideal for APAC-facing workloads.
- 24/7 Fast Support: Average ticket response time under 30 minutes, outstanding among small to mid-sized VPS providers. Support staff have direct system access for efficient issue resolution.
- DDoS Protection Included: All datacenters feature automatic DDoS mitigation for common L3/L4 attacks at no extra cost.
- Full Root Access: KVM virtualization provides complete root access with support for custom kernel modules and system tuning.
Product Ecosystem
SSD VPS
KVM-based virtual servers with all-NVMe SSD storage. Plans range from 1 vCPU / 1 GB RAM ($4.50/month) to 16 vCPU / 64 GB RAM. Each VPS includes 1 IPv4 address and a /64 IPv6 subnet, with custom ISO installation and snapshot backup support.
Dedicated Servers
Single-tenant bare metal servers for fully isolated performance workloads. Configurations include Intel Xeon E3/E5 processors and NVMe SSDs.
Add-on Services
Additional IP addresses ($2/month each), automated backups ($2/month), cPanel/WHM control panel, and upgraded DDoS protection.
Limitations
- Limited Global Coverage: Datacenters only in the US (Seattle, Atlanta, New York) and Netherlands. No APAC or South America presence. Pair with CDN Acceleration for global reach.
- Narrow Product Line: VPS and dedicated servers only. No managed databases, object storage, or serverless services. Complex architectures require self-integration.
- Basic Management Panel: Simple console without one-click app deployment, auto-scaling, or advanced visual monitoring.
- Low International Awareness: Limited community tutorials, third-party integrations, and technical resources outside North America.
- Upgrade Requires Ticket: Plan upgrades must be processed via support ticket, not available through self-service.
Use Cases
- US-Facing Websites and Applications (★★★★★): Bicoastal node coverage provides excellent latency for US users. NVMe VPS starting at $4.50/month offers great value.
- Development and Testing (★★★★): Flexible KVM virtualization and custom ISO installation suit dev and test environments.
- West Coast for APAC Users (★★★★): Seattle node is the optimal choice for connecting APAC users, with ~40% lower latency than East Coast nodes.
- Global Deployments (★★★): US and Netherlands nodes only. Use CDN Acceleration to optimize performance in other regions.
Pricing
| Plan | Spec | Price |
|---|---|---|
| SSD VPS-1 | 1 vCPU, 1 GB RAM, 25 GB NVMe | $4.50/month |
| SSD VPS-2 | 2 vCPU, 2 GB RAM, 50 GB NVMe | $7.50/month |
| SSD VPS-4 | 4 vCPU, 4 GB RAM, 100 GB NVMe | $15.00/month |
| SSD VPS-8 | 8 vCPU, 8 GB RAM, 200 GB NVMe | $30.00/month |
All plans include 1 IPv4, /64 IPv6 subnet, and 2-8 TB monthly traffic.
FAQ
- Where are RamNode's datacenters located? Seattle (WA), Atlanta (GA), New York (NY), and Amsterdam (Netherlands) — 4 nodes total. The Singapore node has been decommissioned. See global data center market.
- Does RamNode support Windows? Yes, via custom ISO installation of Windows Server. You must provide your own license. See server maintenance tips.
- Can I install a custom OS? Yes. Custom ISO images can be mounted through the management panel. See Linux server basics.
- Is there a refund policy? RamNode offers a 30-day money-back guarantee for new customers. See cloud provider promotions guide.
- Does RamNode offer managed services? RamNode is an unmanaged provider. They do not offer website management or application configuration services, but the support team handles infrastructure-level issues. See server maintenance tips.