The comparison
What changes when you choose Aptranet?
Fastly combines CDN delivery with programmable edge services, including VCL and Compute. Aptranet focuses on the delivery controls teams use every day, with Cloud DNS available in the same Management Console.
Side by side
Aptranet and Fastly, compared.
| What matters | Our platformAptranet | Fastly |
|---|---|---|
| Operating model | Delivery configuration through the console and API | CDN configuration, VCL and Compute for custom edge logic |
| Cache invalidation | Purge by URL, file or directory | Instant purge capabilities |
| Origin protection | Origin Shield and origin groups | Shielding through a selected shield PoP |
| DNS workflow | Authoritative Cloud DNS in the same Management Console | Connect delivery hostnames through your authoritative DNS provider |
| CDN pricing | Monthly EUR allowances plus overage | Usage-based pricing, free allowances and packages |
| Starting Aptranet allowance | €35/month: 500 GB and 3 million requests | Compare the relevant Fastly usage tier or package |
Aptranet prices exclude VAT. CDN and DNS are separate plans; allowances and overage apply. CDN pricing · DNS pricing
Sources and comparison details
Competitor documentation reviewed on 5 September 2026. Features and pricing depend on the selected plan.
Aptranet capabilities: Cloud CDN, Cloud DNS and Cloud Shield.
Why choose Aptranet
More control. A clearer way to operate.
Configure your delivery workflow
Set cache behaviour, purge content and manage origin groups through the Management Console and API. Aptranet is a focused fit when your requirements can be met with delivery configuration.
Bring DNS into the same console
Add authoritative Cloud DNS with health checks, GeoDNS and weighted routing. Manage DNS and content delivery with one provider, with one-second TTLs on Growth and Business.
A clear monthly starting point
Cloud CDN starts at €35/month with traffic and requests included. Published EUR plans let your team budget for production delivery without starting with a custom package.
Frequently asked questions
Usually the origin application can stay in place. Review any Fastly VCL or Compute code separately and map required behaviour to Aptranet configuration or your application before switching traffic.
Yes. Cloud CDN offers Origin Shield and origin groups. Validate cache-hit behaviour, origin access and failover with your production traffic pattern during evaluation.
Test the same content from your main audience regions. Measure cache hits, cache misses, origin load and purge behaviour. Use those workload results alongside the operating and pricing differences on this page.
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