Quick comparison
| Feature | Alfahosting | Hetzner |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.0 / 5 | ★ 4.2 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 6 | 44 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting | Shared Hosting, VPS, Cloud, Dedicated |
| Starting price | R 20,11 | R 38,21 |
| Renewal from | R 220,99 | R 98,53 |
| Max RAM | — | 256 GB |
| Max storage | 600 GB | 323584 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | Yes | — |
| Headquarters | Germany | Gunzenhausen, Germany |
| Data centers | 1 | 70 |
Alfahosting
Alfahosting hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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Hetzner hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 100,34 Renewal: R 160,67 | — | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 220,99 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 281,32 | — | 300 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 562,84 | — | 600 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 120,45 | — | 75 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 220,99 | — | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
Hetzner plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 38,21 Renewal: R 98,53 | — | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 90,69 | 4 GB | 40 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 641,47 | 16 GB | 240 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 2 089,29 | 32 GB | 240 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 76,21 | 2 GB | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 64,57 | 4 GB | 40 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 101,57 | 8 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 175,57 | 16 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 120,07 | 8 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 231,07 | 16 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 453,07 | 32 GB | 320 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 120,07 | 4 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 527,06 | 24 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 3 561,07 | 128 GB | 600 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 690,05 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 453,07 | 16 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 924,00 | 128 GB | 3840 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 897,07 | 32 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 5 337,07 | 192 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 1 785,06 | 64 GB | 360 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 851,00 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 721,50 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 681,50 | 256 GB | 3840 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 924,00 | 64 GB | 90112 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 774,00 | 128 GB | 180224 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 479,00 | 256 GB | 3840 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 479,00 | 128 GB | 7680 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 681,50 | 128 GB | 7680 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 7 104,00 | 256 GB | 323584 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 323,57 | 32 GB | 320 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 70,11 | 4 GB | 40 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 203,32 | 8 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 369,82 | 16 GB | 320 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 721,32 | 32 GB | 640 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 268,07 | 8 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 221,00 | 64 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 86,27 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 7 017,93 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 64,35 | 2 GB | 40 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 963,41 | 128 GB | 2560 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 1 417,66 | 256 GB | 5120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 86,27 | — | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 150,61 | — | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 2 392,93 | — | 200 GB SSD | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, Alfahosting or Hetzner?
Alfahosting has the lower entry price (Alfahosting: ZAR 20.11/mo vs Hetzner: ZAR 38.21/mo).
Which is better, Alfahosting or Hetzner?
Hetzner scores higher (Alfahosting: 4.0/5 vs Hetzner: 4.2/5).
Which is better for VPS, Alfahosting or Hetzner?
Alfahosting: up to — GB RAM; Hetzner: up to 256 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
Alfahosting 600 GB vs Hetzner 323584 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both Alfahosting and Hetzner list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
Hetzner is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between Alfahosting and Hetzner?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.