Every provider we've tested side-by-side across performance, pricing, support, features and ease of use. Updated quarterly.
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| Provider | Overall | Perf. | Price | Support | Features | Ease | Entry |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SiteGround | 4.8 | 4.9 | 4.0 | 4.9 | 4.8 | 4.8 | $2.99/mo |
| HostHavoc | 4.7 | 4.8 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.6 | 4.6 | ~$1/slot |
| DigitalOcean | 4.6 | 4.8 | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.6 | ~$6/mo |
| GravelHost | 4.4 | 4.3 | 4.8 | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.3 | ~$2.99/mo |
Company name links to the full review. Perf = Performance, Ease = Ease of Use. Scores out of 5.
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We break it down by your needs so you can decide in 30 seconds.
You want speed, beginner-friendly setup and someone to hold your hand.
See SiteGround review →You need strong DDoS protection, low ping and fast support.
See HostHavoc deal →You want the basics done well at the lowest price for a small site.
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See GravelHost deal →You want an API, droplets, and to manage everything via CLI.
See DigitalOcean review →You need a low-cost KVM VPS box for a side project, VPN or bot — and price matters more than hand-holding.
See BandwagonHost deal →You want Canadian data centers, a free .ca domain and bilingual EN/FR support.
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