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 | $1.38 | $4.13 |
| Renewal from | $13.80 | $24.83 |
| 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 | $1.38 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 |
SiteGround plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $4.13 Renewal: $24.83 | — | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $138.00 | 8 GB | 40 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $552.00 | 20 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $276.00 | 12 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $414.00 | 16 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $32.98 | — | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $47.98 | — | 40 GB SSD | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, IONOS or SiteGround?
IONOS has the lower entry price (IONOS: CA$1.38/mo vs SiteGround: CA$4.13/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 Canada?
IONOS is our pick for ease of use in Canada.
How do I choose between IONOS and SiteGround?
Match plan type to your project in Canada. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.