Quick comparison
| Feature | checkdomain | Cloudways |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.6 / 5 | ★ 3.3 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 6 | 24 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting | VPS, Cloud |
| Starting price | $1.68 | $17.05 |
| Renewal from | $40.27 | — |
| Max RAM | 1.024 GB | 64 GB |
| Max storage | 600 GB | 400 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | — |
| Free backups | Yes | — |
| Headquarters | Germany | Saint Julians, Malta |
| Data centers | 1 | 184 |
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checkdomain hosting for Australia: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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Cloudways hosting for Australia: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $40.27 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $18.36 | 0.512 GB | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $5.04 Renewal: $10.09 | — | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $47.01 | 1.024 GB | 600 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $9.94 | 0.256 GB | 75 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $23.42 | 0.768 GB | 300 GB SSD | Visit Site |
Cloudways plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS | $17.05 | 1 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $37.20 | 2 GB | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $71.30 | 4 GB | 80 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $136.40 | 8 GB | 160 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $43.40 | 2 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $21.70 | 1 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $153.45 | 8 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $151.90 | 8 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $666.50 | 32 GB | 200 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $288.30 | 16 GB | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $534.75 | 32 GB | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $926.90 | 64 GB | 200 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $164.30 | 8 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $334.80 | 16 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $612.25 | 32 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,083.45 | 64 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $111.60 | 4 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $207.70 | 8 GB | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $365.80 | 16 GB | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $254.20 | 8 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $1,498.85 | 64 GB | 400 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $821.50 | 32 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $83.70 | 4 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $477.40 | 16 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, checkdomain or Cloudways?
checkdomain has the lower entry price (checkdomain: A$1.68/mo vs Cloudways: A$17.05/mo).
Which is better, checkdomain or Cloudways?
checkdomain scores higher (checkdomain: 4.6/5 vs Cloudways: 3.3/5).
Which is better for VPS, checkdomain or Cloudways?
checkdomain: up to 1.024 GB RAM; Cloudways: up to 64 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
checkdomain 600 GB vs Cloudways 400 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only checkdomain shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in Australia?
checkdomain is our pick for ease of use in Australia.
How do I choose between checkdomain and Cloudways?
Match plan type to your project in Australia. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.