Quick comparison
| Feature | HostPapa | IONOS |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.6 / 5 | ★ 4.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 14 | 42 |
| Hosting types | VPS, Dedicated, Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting, Dedicated |
| Starting price | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| Renewal from | — | $13.80 |
| Max RAM | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 3840 GB | 8000 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | — | Yes |
| Headquarters | Burlington, Ontario, Canada | Montabaur, Germany |
| Data centers | 21 | 114 |
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS | $62.03 | 8 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $20.63 | 2 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $137.93 | 64 GB | 1000 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $372.53 | 256 GB | 3840 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $262.13 | 128 GB | 1000 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $34.43 | 4 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $82.73 | 32 GB | 1000 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $137.93 | 32 GB | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $262.13 | 128 GB | 1920 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $96.53 | 16 GB | 300 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.54 | 1 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $44.33 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $3.01 | — | — | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | $3.01 | — | — | Visit Site |
IONOS plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $1.38 Renewal: $13.80 | — | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $4.99 | — | — | Visit Site |
| VPS | $2.76 Renewal: $8.28 | 1 GB | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | $1,218.00 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $7.56 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $14.04 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $1,530.00 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $7.50 | — | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $70.50 Renewal: $82.50 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $7.99 | — | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.00 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $75.00 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $2.76 | 1 GB | 10 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $6.90 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $117.30 | 32 GB | 512 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $11.04 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $103.50 | 32 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $248.40 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $27.60 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $165.60 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $483.00 | 256 GB | 1920 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $20.70 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $48.30 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $151.80 | 64 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $96.60 | 32 GB | 1000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $207.00 | 128 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $455.40 | 256 GB | 8000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $41.40 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $96.60 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $20.70 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $262.20 | 128 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $69.00 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $151.80 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $234.60 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $303.60 | 128 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $124.20 | 64 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $220.80 | 128 GB | 4000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $193.20 | 64 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.50 Renewal: $16.50 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.50 Renewal: $48.00 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $4.50 Renewal: $6.75 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $12.00 Renewal: $24.00 | — | 350 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, HostPapa or IONOS?
IONOS has the lower entry price (HostPapa: CA$3.01/mo vs IONOS: CA$1.38/mo).
Which is better, HostPapa or IONOS?
HostPapa scores higher (HostPapa: 4.6/5 vs IONOS: 4.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, HostPapa or IONOS?
HostPapa: up to 256 GB RAM; IONOS: up to 256 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
HostPapa 3840 GB vs IONOS 8000 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both HostPapa and IONOS list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in Canada?
HostPapa is our pick for ease of use in Canada.
How do I choose between HostPapa and IONOS?
Match plan type to your project in Canada. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.