8 SiteGround Alternatives for Your Web Hosting Needs

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It's no doubt that SiteGround continues to be at the forefront when it comes to the best hosting providers today. Thanks to its reliable performance and WordPress‒friendly integrations, it's one of the top choices for your managed hosting needs. But its pricing may discourage some users working with a tight budget.

Come to think of it– it can be pretty pricey if compared to other competitors in the hosting industry. It may not seem that way when you look at the prices on their website, but don't let that fool you. It's just because of the aggressive discounts they offer.

Fortunately, there are cheaper SiteGround alternatives you can consider trying out. Rely on smart WordPress features and responsive customer support, all without breaking the bank. Yes, it's possible!

8 of the Best SiteGround Alternatives Today


Let me start this list by saying: the alternatives I've included are not 100% identical to SiteGround. (Please manage your expectations!) At least a more fitting word would be “comparable” in WordPress-friendly resources.


Cloudways is a favorite SiteGround alternative of mine… And it seems like I am not alone in this. I've recently observed quite a handful of people switch to the platform. It promises to remove the complexity of cloud hosting to help users focus on what matters most: their business.

With Cloudways, you must establish a server (common choices include Vultr High Frequency and DigitalOcean) before connecting your WordPress website. I know some non-techy people would be easily intimidated by this extra step. But let me assure you, it is easy to do and takes only a few minutes.

Additionally, you have more flexibility over the type of cloud host you use and the size, cost, and location of the servers. If you switch to Cloudways, expect half your load time and expenses!

What I love about Cloudways:

  • It is faster than SiteGround
  • Monthly pricing is available
  • It is more flexible
  • Reliable customer support
  • Offers a free migration. Additional migrations start at $25 per site
  • Additional caching layers (Varnish, Redis, memcached), much like SiteGround

If you put utmost importance on quick page loads, A2 Hosting is another ideal substitute to consider. On their site, they claim to offer “up to 20x the speed of competitors with a 99.9% uptime!” Impressive, right?

A2 Hosting's fast and reliable web hosting features allow it to outperform SiteGround in terms of speed quickly. A simple Google search will tell you about the wonders of its lightning-fast servers.

Not only that, but it also provides different WordPress-exclusive features. To ensure the best performance and security, it delivers WordPress installs that have been optimized. And for an additional performance increase, you can also use its lightning-fast Turbo servers and Litespeed Cache. It is also one of the few providers that offer both Linux and Windows hosting.

What I love about A2 Hosting:

  • Security scans
  • Unlimited bandwidth
  • Offers up to 5 databases
  • You can start with 100 GB of storage

Offering managed WordPress hosting, web hosting, and much more, DreamHost is another SiteGround alternative to check out. What I love about this platform is that it offers a 100% uptime guarantee and 24/7 support. If you encounter any problems, you can keep in touch with their support team for immediate assistance.

Additionally, DreamHost is officially recommended by WordPress.org (similar to SiteGround), so you can count on its reliable WordPress-specific functionality.

It provides user-friendly features and a selection of cost-effective plans. Notably, DreamHost offers an industry-leading 97-day money-back guarantee and automatic WordPress upgrade. If your website needs cutting-edge upgrades, you may opt for fully managed DreamPress plans or WooCommerce hosting.

What I love about DreamHost:

  • WP Website Builder
  • Automated WordPress migration
  • Unlimited traffic
  • Offers free domain (1 year)

Personal note: It would be best to select the Unlimited plan if you want to host several websites. It offers unlimited storage and email and costs as little as $4.95 per month. If you don't want to sign a one-year or three-year contract, DreamHost permits monthly payments at your convenience.


Considered the leading provider of secure and affordable web hosting, HostGator also provides managed WordPress hosting comparable to SiteGround. Although, you'll find the latter's customer support to be a bit better than HostGator's.

But this substitute may work well for you if you don't need too much hand-holding in terms of tech integrations. You can switch to the Hatchling plan for as low as $2.75 a month if you're working with a limited budget. You can also consider HostGator's managed WordPress services if you don't want to give up too many features, including improved security and speed.

Another plan that will give you a lot of bang for your buck is the Baby Plan, especially if you'd rather forgo managing to host and save money. Unlimited domains, one-click WordPress installation, and a free website transfer are already included for just $3.95 per month.

What I love about HostGator:

  • Free CDN
  • SSL certificate
  • Automatic backups
  • Free migration services
  • Can handle up to 100,000 visitors per month

Promising to deliver fast and accessible web hosting for all websites, thousands of happy customers choose NameHero for their hosting needs. For one, it offers lightning-quick web hosting for companies of all sizes, backed up by Superhero Support around the clock. Whether you're a newbie creating your first website or an e-commerce company having to fulfill hundreds of orders daily, NameHero has the ideal web hosting solution for you.

One thing to note is that this platform utilizes LiteSpeed servers. So instead of using SiteGround Optimizer, you would use the LiteSpeed Cache plugin and QUIC.cloud CDN (instead of Cloudflare). Given that LiteSpeed is quicker than both NGINX and Apache, this configuration is excellent!

What I love about NameHero:

  • Better support
  • It has a user-friendly cPanel
  • Performance-wise, QUIC.cloud CDN outperforms Cloudflare
  • It’s one of the most affordable SiteGround alternatives to consider
  • The LiteSpeed Cache plugin performs better than SiteGround Optimizer

One of the most popular website hosting providers today is Bluehost. And since it powers millions of websites, you may have used it before (if you've been managing web pages for a long time now).

Users looking for secure and reliable hosting services can rely on Bluehost for their needs. It offers a one-click WordPress installation and a user-friendly cPanel panel, making it a go-to service for many newbies. WordPress.org has officially endorsed it too. Meaning it has a ton of helpful features that will make your life simpler.

Additionally, it offers a built-in cache for increased speed, simple staging sites, and automated updates. Bluehost is a fantastic substitute for SiteGround if you have a limited budget, thanks to its exceptional uptime and various WordPress-specific features.

One downside is that Bluehost's lack of free migration options will require you to move your site manually. (Related: How To Easily Create A WordPress Staging Site)

What I love about Bluehost:

  • With their Basic plan ($2.75/mo), you can already expect the following: 50 GB of space, Unmetered bandwidth, SSL certificate, and free first-year domain registration.
  • If you want more advanced features, there's also the Choice Plus plan ($5.45/mo), where you can already host unlimited websites. You'll also have unlimited storage, limitless domains with privacy protection, site backups, and Microsoft 365 email.

As per their website, WPX provides the fastest managed WordPress hosting capabilities today (along with FREE high-speed CDN, SSLs, and 24/7 customer support). What more can you ask for, right?

This may be the best Siteground alternative for your business needs... But that's if you can afford $20.83 a month. Compared to Siteground, it has a highly user-friendly interface and a reliable support team. They promise 39-second support. Yes, it's that fast!

WPX also uses LiteSpeed servers and offers a free WPX Cloud CDN for all users. If you acquire malware, they can remove it for free because they're so confident that their security is just that good.

What I love about WPX:

  • It has LiteSpeed servers
  • Strong security features
  • Built-in WPX Cloud CDN
  • Lightning-fast customer support

As of writing, more than 25,000 companies all over the world made the switch to Kinsta for better and faster hosting. This cloud-based host offering managed WordPress plans provides server power and optimization that you won't easily find anywhere else.

The catch? It's pretty expensive, with plans up to $30/month. Well, you'll get what you pay for your managed hosting needs for WordPress. Take note, "managed," since all of the hosting and server setups will be taken care of for you.

Many high-traffic bloggers and big websites with thousands of concurrent visitors rely on Kinsta's premium managed WordPress hosting. So if you need hosting that can cater to traffic spikes without hassle, this Siteground alternative is worth checking out! Moreover, users receive 200 GB for free with KeyCDN, and their service is excellent. It also offers additional capabilities like SSL, staging, and backup.

What I love about Kinsta:

  • User-friendly dashboard (Ideal for beginners)
  • Can handle traffic spikes to your site
  • It promises consistently fast speed
  • It uses the Google Cloud C2 platform
  • Premium DNS is already on all Kinsta plans

About the Author

I have been in the 'online business' space since 2009 when I started an eCommerce business selling motorcycle parts (sold in 2012). Since then I have owned and operated several successful online business (and had a fair share of failures), along with owning offline home services businesses. Currently my focus is online businesses that are profitable with paid traffic. As a 'self employed individual' I do not use Linkedin, but you can connect with my on my personal instagram and youtube which largely revolve around my mountain biking passion!