Quick comparison
| Feature | A2 Hosting | STRATO |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 3.8 / 5 | ★ 4.3 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 5 | 10 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting, VPS, Reseller, Cloud | Shared Hosting, VPS |
| Starting price | R 55,10 | R 20,11 |
| Renewal from | — | R 100,54 |
| Max RAM | — | — |
| Max storage | 100 GB | 200 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | — | Yes |
| Headquarters | USA | Germany |
| Data centers | 2 | 1 |
A2 Hosting
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 55,32 Renewal: R 221,82 | — | 100 GB | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 129,32 Renewal: R 351,32 | — | 100 GB | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 531,07 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Reseller | R 377,44 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 55,10 | — | — | Visit Site |
STRATO plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 100,54 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 301,63 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 70,38 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 80,43 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 92,10 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 100,54 | — | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 100,54 | — | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 241,30 | — | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 442,39 | — | 200 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 40,22 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, A2 Hosting or STRATO?
STRATO has the lower entry price (A2 Hosting: ZAR 55.10/mo vs STRATO: ZAR 20.11/mo).
Which is better, A2 Hosting or STRATO?
STRATO scores higher (A2 Hosting: 3.8/5 vs STRATO: 4.3/5).
Which has more storage?
A2 Hosting 100 GB vs STRATO 200 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both A2 Hosting and STRATO list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
STRATO is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between A2 Hosting and STRATO?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.