Quick comparison
| Feature | HostGator | IONOS |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.5 / 5 | ★ 4.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 2 | 42 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, VPS | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting, Dedicated |
| Starting price | $5.81 | $1.55 |
| Renewal from | $13.87 | $15.50 |
| Max RAM | 2 GB | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 120 GB | 8000 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | — | Yes |
| Headquarters | USA | Montabaur, Germany |
| Data centers | 1 | 114 |
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $5.81 Renewal: $13.87 | — | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $37.12 | 2 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
IONOS plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $1.55 Renewal: $15.50 | — | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $5.61 | — | — | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.10 Renewal: $9.30 | 1 GB | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | $1,368.04 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $8.49 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $15.77 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $1,718.48 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $8.42 | — | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $79.18 Renewal: $92.66 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $8.98 | — | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.37 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $84.24 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.10 | 1 GB | 10 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $7.75 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $131.75 | 32 GB | 512 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $12.40 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $116.25 | 32 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $279.00 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $31.00 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $186.00 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $542.50 | 256 GB | 1920 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $23.25 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $54.25 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $170.50 | 64 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $108.50 | 32 GB | 1000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $232.50 | 128 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $511.50 | 256 GB | 8000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $46.50 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $108.50 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $23.25 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $294.50 | 128 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $77.50 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $170.50 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $263.50 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $341.00 | 128 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $139.50 | 64 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $248.00 | 128 GB | 4000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $217.00 | 64 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $18.53 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.68 Renewal: $53.91 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $5.05 Renewal: $7.58 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $13.48 Renewal: $26.96 | — | 350 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, HostGator or IONOS?
IONOS has the lower entry price (HostGator: A$5.81/mo vs IONOS: A$1.55/mo).
Which is better, HostGator or IONOS?
HostGator scores higher (HostGator: 4.5/5 vs IONOS: 4.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, HostGator or IONOS?
HostGator: up to 2 GB RAM; IONOS: up to 256 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
HostGator 120 GB vs IONOS 8000 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both HostGator and IONOS list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in Australia?
HostGator is our pick for ease of use in Australia.
How do I choose between HostGator and IONOS?
Match plan type to your project in Australia. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.