Quick comparison
| Feature | IONOS | ScalaHosting |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.4 / 5 | ★ 3.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 42 | 7 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting, Dedicated | Cloud |
| Starting price | $1.00 | $24.95 |
| Renewal from | $10.00 | — |
| Max RAM | 256 GB | 32 GB |
| Max storage | 8000 GB | 240 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | — |
| Free backups | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Montabaur, Germany | Dallas, Texas, USA |
| Data centers | 114 | 99 |
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IONOS hosting for United States: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | $1.00 Renewal: $10.00 | — | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.62 | — | — | Visit Site |
| VPS | $2.00 Renewal: $6.00 | 1 GB | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | $882.61 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $5.48 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $10.17 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $1,108.70 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $5.43 | — | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $51.09 Renewal: $59.78 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $5.79 | — | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $2.17 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $54.35 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $2.00 | 1 GB | 10 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $5.00 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $85.00 AMD EPYC™ 4244P | 32 GB | 512 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $8.00 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $75.00 AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 3600 | 32 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $180.00 AMD EPYC™ 7302P | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $20.00 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $120.00 AMD EPYC™ 4344P | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $350.00 AMD EPYC™ 7543P | 256 GB | 1920 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $15.00 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $35.00 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $110.00 AMD Ryzen™ 7 PRO 3700 | 64 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $70.00 AMD Ryzen™ 5 PRO 3600 | 32 GB | 1000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $150.00 AMD Ryzen™ 9 PRO 3900 | 128 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $330.00 AMD EPYC™ 7543P | 256 GB | 8000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $30.00 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $70.00 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $15.00 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $190.00 AMD EPYC™ 4465P | 128 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $50.00 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | $110.00 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $170.00 AMD Ryzen™ 9 PRO 3900 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $220.00 AMD EPYC™ 4545P | 128 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $90.00 AMD Ryzen™ 7 PRO 3700 | 64 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $160.00 AMD EPYC™ 7302P | 128 GB | 4000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | $140.00 AMD EPYC™ 4344P | 64 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.09 Renewal: $11.96 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $1.09 Renewal: $34.78 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | $3.26 Renewal: $4.89 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | $8.70 Renewal: $17.39 | — | 350 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
ScalaHosting plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud | $183.95 Free Daily Backups | 32 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $49.95 Free Daily Backups | 8 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $95.95 Free Daily Backups | 16 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $72.77 Renewal: $104.29 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $133.64 Renewal: $199.95 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $40.16 Renewal: $54.29 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | $24.95 Free Daily Backups | 4 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, IONOS or ScalaHosting?
IONOS has the lower entry price (IONOS: $1.00/mo vs ScalaHosting: $24.95/mo).
Which is better, IONOS or ScalaHosting?
IONOS scores higher (IONOS: 4.4/5 vs ScalaHosting: 3.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, IONOS or ScalaHosting?
IONOS: up to 256 GB RAM; ScalaHosting: up to 32 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
IONOS 8000 GB vs ScalaHosting 240 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only IONOS shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in United States?
IONOS is our pick for ease of use in United States.
How do I choose between IONOS and ScalaHosting?
Match plan type to your project in United States. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.