Nukta vs Centipid: The Modern ISP Billing Alternative

Nukta is a fully managed ISP billing and network automation platform built on globally distributed infrastructure - with sub-second latency, DDoS protection, and anti-tunneling enforcement. For Centipid, it provides the same infrastructure resilience, a 14 day trial, and single connection modes.

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Nukta vs Centipid: Global Infrastructure, Instant Payments, and DDoS Protection comparison

FeatureNuktaCentipidWhat this means for you
InfrastructureGlobally distributed with no single point of failureCloud-hosted platform on centralized regional serversMaintain continuous service even during regional outages.
Payment SyncSub-second payment callbacks and instant reconnectionAutomated billing across mobile money and gatewaysRestore subscriber connections the moment payment clears.
Network SecurityPlatform DDoS defense and anti-tunneling enforcementStandard application security and token-based accessBlock free internet tunneling and keep portals online.
CGNAT ResilienceMulti-mechanism CGNAT bypass keeps your network reachableRemote Winbox and API connections to MikroTikYour management link stays open behind complex CGNAT.
Captive PortalsMulti-theme, high-converting portals with custom brandingMultiple portal templates with customizable stylingDeploy branded captive portals that elevate conversion rates.
Free TierForever Free tier for networks under Ksh 2,000/mo14-day free trial before transitioning to paidStart testing and launching with zero time pressure.
MikroTik SyncReal-time RouterOS sync with live session telemetryRemote MikroTik control with centralized configurationKeep router sessions and billing states aligned continuously.

Nukta vs Centipid pricing:
plan-by-plan comparison

PlanNuktaCentipidWhat this means for you
FreeFree for networks earning under Ksh 2,000 ($20)/mo14-day free trial across all featuresNukta offers a permanent free tier for starting networks.
GrowthKsh 500/mo base + 3% hotspot + Ksh 25 ($0.25)/PPPoE3% hotspot commission or $0.25/PPPoE clientClosest pair; both offer identical 3% and $0.25 rates.
EnterpriseKsh 1,500/mo base + 2% hotspot + Ksh 18 ($0.18)/PPPoEContinues at flat 3% hotspot and $0.25/PPPoENukta reduces revenue share to 2% for scaling networks.

Why Ugandan ISPs choose Nukta over Centipid

Centipid has supported many ISPs across Africa with straightforward billing. Nukta builds on that foundation with globally distributed edge infrastructure, anti-tunneling security, sub-second payment sync, and pricing tiers that reduce your unit costs as your network grows.

Billing & Automation

Handle invoice generation, payment reminders, wallet logic, and automatic reconnections from one unified workflow.

MikroTik Operations

Provision routers in 1-click, monitor health, automate backups, manage scripts, winbox remote access at scale, and keep RouterOS state synced.

RADIUS & Access Control

Authenticate sessions, enforce strict firewall policies, block internet tunnelers and keep accounting synchronized in real-time.

Portals & Marketing

Run branded captive portals, self-service customer dashboards, SMS notifications, and powerful marketing campaign tools for your network.

Engineered for Scale

Built on a globally distributed architecture that ensures lowest latency. Infrastructure scales automatically to handle your highest traffic effortlessly.

Zero Downtime Migration

Transitioning from other providers? Migrate thousands of PPPoE or Hotspot users into Nukta without dropping a single active connection.

Trusted by growing ISPs across Uganda

"Before Nukta, reconciling payments with PPPoE expirations took me hours every day. Now it just works. Plan expires - disconnected! Client pays - connected!"

Kevin M.

SpeedyWifi • City

"We migrated 4,000 active customers with zero downtime. Customers didn't even notice. The automated ticketing system alone has saved my field technicians countless unnecessary trips."

Samuel O.

Meta connect • City

"I used to manage my MikroTik manually using Winbox. I could never keep up with client requests, with Nukta, everything is automated and I can focus on growing the business."

David T.

Metro Fibre • City

"No other platform handles directly integrated payments with RADIUS like Nukta does."

Esther K.

Swiftlink • City

"I did the onboarding in 2 minutes and was up and running in no time. My network has been running since then with no hiccups. Best decision I ever made for my business."

John M.

ZoneNet • City

Frequently asked questions

Is Nukta a better ISP billing system than Centipid?

Both Nukta and Centipid provide multi-country billing, MikroTik management, and automated payment integrations across Africa. Nukta stands out with its globally distributed edge infrastructure, built-in anti-tunneling enforcement, multi-mechanism CGNAT bypass, and sub-second payment sync. Furthermore, Nukta's Enterprise tier reduces your hotspot commission to 2% and PPPoE cost to Ksh 18 ($0.18), making it more cost-effective as you scale.

Can Nukta replace Centipid for a growing ISP?

Yes. Nukta supports all network topologies managed by Centipid - including PPPoE, Hotspot voucher and user management, Static IP, multi-router estates, and payment gateways like M-Pesa, Paystack, and card rails. Nukta provides a zero-downtime migration path so your active customer sessions remain connected throughout the transition.

What makes Nukta easier to manage as an ISP business?

Nukta operates as a fully managed platform with real-time state synchronization. You never have to worry about database drift between your billing panel and MikroTik routers, server backups, or manual software updates. Day-to-day operations - from dunning and billing to router watchdog alerts - are fully automated in one fast, unified interface.

How does Nukta handle customer payments and disconnections?

Nukta handles incoming payments via real-time callbacks. When a subscriber completes an M-Pesa or gateway payment, their PPPoE session or Hotspot MAC address is restored in under one second. When a package expires, the customer is disconnected gracefully and notified via SMS with renewal links, preventing unauthorized usage.

Why are ISPs switching from Centipid to Nukta?

ISPs switch to Nukta primarily for enhanced infrastructure resilience: built-in DDoS defense, anti-tunneling enforcement to stop bandwidth theft, and robust CGNAT bypass that prevents upstream ISP limits from breaking router connectivity. Scaling ISPs also appreciate Nukta's volume discounts on the Enterprise tier.

Why choose Nukta for a starting ISP?

Unlike platforms that limit you to a 14-day evaluation window, Nukta provides a Forever Free tier for networks earning under Ksh 2,000 (or $20) per month. You can set up multiple routers, configure captive portals, test billing automations, and onboard initial subscribers without any upfront investment or expiring trials.

What payment methods does Nukta Billing support in Uganda?

In Uganda, Nukta supports IOTEC (Mobile Money), MTN Mobile Money, PawaPay, PesaPal, DPO Pay — with automated payment confirmations and sub-second service reconnections so your customers are back online the moment their payment clears.

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