IMHO....

If you have been following my blog, at the time of writing this post, no one.. lol...

Anyway, I am a budget person. In everything that I do, I need do it in a budget, since all of my income contributes to my family.

For the longest time, I was evaluating on web hosting that will fulfill my need. I don't want a general Wordpress based web hosting, many companies offers cheap hosting but they do not offer admin or root privilege access. Also, if I wanted to use a MS Windows server, the hosting price becomes 5x more than a Linux based web server. For that reason I decided to learn about Linux and CMS that is used on Linux.

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There are so many web hosting sites that offers web hosting for cheap, but when it comes to cheap there are also limitation. I am just going to show top 2 google search result when I search for web hosting.


Bluehost and GoDaddy.

Bluehost web-hosting price chart as of Dec. 2020

This is Bluehost


GoDaddy web-hosting price chart as of Dec. 2020

GoDaddy


Granted. This is blog post was prepared September 2021. It never got published, because I was either having a brain fart, or time with the family/person took over this blogging site. – 03/28/2022

When it comes to hosting a website, choosing the right web hosting provider is crucial. Virtual Private Servers (VPS) are becoming increasingly popular among website owners who require more flexibility, power, and security than shared hosting can provide. In this blog post, we'll compare some of the popular web hosting providers that offer VPS plans, including GoDaddy, Gator, and IONOS, and explain why we think IONOS is the best choice for VPS hosting.

GoDaddy

GoDaddy is one of the most well-known web hosting providers in the industry, and they offer several VPS plans for website owners. Their VPS plans come with different specifications, including RAM, storage, and CPU power. GoDaddy's VPS plans are reasonably priced, making them an attractive option for small businesses and individuals on a budget.

However, GoDaddy's VPS plans have some downsides. Their customer support is known to be poor, and there have been complaints about slow website loading speeds and uptime issues. Also, while their VPS plans are reasonably priced, some of the features are limited compared to other providers, making them less suitable for websites that require high performance.

Gator

Gator is a web hosting provider that offers several hosting options, including VPS plans. Their VPS plans are affordable and come with flexible scalability options. Gator's VPS plans also offer easy-to-use control panels, making it simple for users to manage their VPS accounts.

However, Gator's VPS plans come with some limitations. For example, the amount of RAM, storage, and CPU power provided is lower compared to other providers. Additionally, Gator's customer support has also been criticized for being slow and unresponsive.

IONOS

IONOS is a web hosting provider that offers several hosting options, including VPS plans. Their VPS plans are designed to provide high performance, flexibility, and security. IONOS's VPS plans are powered by cloud infrastructure, which means that users can scale their resources up or down according to their needs.

One of the significant advantages of IONOS is their excellent customer support. Their support team is available 24/7 and is knowledgeable, responsive, and helpful. Additionally, IONOS's VPS plans come with robust security features, such as DDoS protection, SSL certificates, and daily backups.

IONOS's VPS plans also provide better value for money than GoDaddy and Gator. While their plans may be slightly more expensive than some of their competitors, they offer more features and resources, making them a better choice for websites that require high performance.

Conclusion

In summary, when it comes to choosing a web hosting provider that offers VPS plans, there are several factors to consider. While GoDaddy and Gator offer affordable VPS plans, their limited resources, slow customer support, and uptime issues make them less suitable for websites that require high performance.

IONOS, on the other hand, offers VPS plans that provide excellent value for money, high performance, flexibility, and security. Their customer support is also exceptional, making them a reliable choice for website owners who require a robust VPS hosting solution.

In conclusion, if you're looking for a web hosting provider that offers VPS plans, we recommend IONOS. Their plans may be slightly more expensive than some of their competitors, but the value for money, features, and customer support make them the best choice for VPS hosting.