Quick comparison
| Feature | IONOS | SiteGround |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.4 / 5 | ★ 3.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 42 | 7 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting, Dedicated | Shared Hosting, Cloud |
| Starting price | $1.55 | $4.63 |
| Renewal from | $15.50 | $27.88 |
| Max RAM | 256 GB | 20 GB |
| Max storage | 8000 GB | 160 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Montabaur, Germany | Sofia, Bulgaria |
| Data centers | 114 | 59 |
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| 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 |
SiteGround plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $4.63 Renewal: $27.88 | — | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $155.00 | 8 GB | 40 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $620.00 | 20 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $310.00 | 12 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $465.00 | 16 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $37.05 | — | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $53.90 | — | 40 GB SSD | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, IONOS or SiteGround?
IONOS has the lower entry price (IONOS: A$1.55/mo vs SiteGround: A$4.63/mo).
Which is better, IONOS or SiteGround?
IONOS scores higher (IONOS: 4.4/5 vs SiteGround: 3.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, IONOS or SiteGround?
IONOS: up to 256 GB RAM; SiteGround: up to 20 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
IONOS 8000 GB vs SiteGround 160 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both IONOS and SiteGround list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in Australia?
IONOS is our pick for ease of use in Australia.
How do I choose between IONOS and SiteGround?
Match plan type to your project in Australia. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.