Quick comparison
| Feature | Bluehost | STRATO |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.6 / 5 | ★ 4.3 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 12 | 10 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting, VPS, Dedicated | Shared Hosting, VPS |
| Starting price | R 54,58 | R 20,11 |
| Renewal from | R 203,32 | R 100,54 |
| Max RAM | 128 GB | — |
| Max storage | 3000 GB | 200 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Jacksonville, Florida, USA | Germany |
| Data centers | 27 | 1 |
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 54,58 Renewal: R 203,32 | — | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 100,83 Renewal: R 277,32 | — | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 305,25 | 8 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 76,41 | 2 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 170,71 | 32 GB | 1000 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 1 997,81 | 8 GB | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 7 000,22 | 128 GB | 3000 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 1 387,31 | 4 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 4 872,72 | 64 GB | 2000 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 2 904,32 | 16 GB | 450 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 645,28 | 16 GB | 450 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 152,63 | 4 GB | 100 GB NVMe | 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, Bluehost or STRATO?
STRATO has the lower entry price (Bluehost: ZAR 54.58/mo vs STRATO: ZAR 20.11/mo).
Which is better, Bluehost or STRATO?
Bluehost scores higher (Bluehost: 4.6/5 vs STRATO: 4.3/5).
Which is better for VPS, Bluehost or STRATO?
Bluehost: up to 128 GB RAM; STRATO: up to — GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
Bluehost 3000 GB vs STRATO 200 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both Bluehost and STRATO list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
Bluehost is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between Bluehost and STRATO?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.