Cloudways vs Hostinger2026
Cloudways
Web Hosting
Managed cloud hosting on AWS, Google Cloud, and DigitalOcean without server management headaches.
Hostinger
Web Hosting
Affordable shared, VPS, and cloud hosting used by over 3 million websites worldwide.
Our Verdict
Hostinger is the more affordable option.
Choose Cloudways if…
teams at the small to mid-sized businesses stage
Side-by-Side Comparison
Green highlight = advantage on that metric.
| Feature | Cloudways | Hostinger |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | ||
| Pricing model | Subscription | Subscription |
| Starting price | $14/mo | $3/mo |
| Free tier | ||
| Free trial | 3 days | |
| Ratings & Reviews | ||
| User rating | No reviews yet | No reviews yet |
| Features & Capabilities | ||
| Best for | small to mid-sized businesses | teams of all sizes |
| Tracked features | 7 | 7 |
| Company | ||
| Founded | 2011 | 2004 |
| Verified listing | ||
Pricing
Cloudways
SubscriptionHostinger
SubscriptionCloudways
$14/moHostinger
$3/moCloudways
Hostinger
Cloudways
3 daysHostinger
Ratings & Reviews
Cloudways
No reviews yetHostinger
No reviews yetFeatures & Capabilities
Cloudways
small to mid-sized businessesHostinger
teams of all sizesCloudways
7Hostinger
7Company
Cloudways
2011Hostinger
2004Cloudways
Hostinger
Key Differences
Cloudways
$14/mo
Hostinger
✓$3/mo
Cloudways
3 days✓
Hostinger
Not available
Cloudways is best for…
Strengths
- Managed cloud without complexity
- Choose from 5 cloud providers
- Excellent performance and uptime
- Agency-friendly
Hostinger is best for…
Strengths
- Extremely affordable
- Fast loading speeds
- Easy hPanel
- Free SSL and domain
Pricing Comparison
Cloudways
From $14/mo
DigitalOcean 1GB server from $14/month.
Hostinger
From $2.99/mo
Shared hosting from $2.99/month (promotional).
Pricing information is verified periodically. Visit each vendor's pricing page for current rates and plan details.
Feature Comparison
Only in Cloudways
- CDN
- Staging Environment
- Uptime Monitoring
Both tools
- WordPress Hosting
- Free SSL Certificate
- One-Click WordPress Install
- Automatic Backups
Only in Hostinger
- Website Builder
- Free Domain
- Custom Domain
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the main difference between Cloudways and Hostinger?
- Hostinger is the more affordable option.
- Is Cloudways cheaper than Hostinger?
- Hostinger is cheaper at From $2.99/mo vs From $14/mo. Note that pricing tiers vary — check each vendor's current pricing page for up-to-date details.
- Can I switch from Cloudways to Hostinger?
- Yes — most teams can migrate from Cloudways to Hostinger with a data export/import process. Check whether both tools support CSV or API data export before starting. It's advisable to run both tools in parallel for a short period to verify your data migrated correctly.
- Does Cloudways or Hostinger offer a free trial?
- Cloudways offers a free trial of 3 days. Hostinger does not currently offer a free trial — check their pricing page for any trial promotions.