Quick comparison
| Feature | checkdomain | ScalaHosting |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.6 / 5 | ★ 3.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 6 | 7 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting | Cloud |
| Starting price | R 20,11 | R 461,58 |
| Renewal from | R 480,60 | — |
| Max RAM | 1.024 GB | 32 GB |
| Max storage | 600 GB | 240 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | — |
| Free backups | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Germany | Dallas, Texas, USA |
| Data centers | 1 | 99 |
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checkdomain hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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ScalaHosting 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 20,11 Renewal: R 480,60 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 219,18 | 0.512 GB | 150 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 60,13 Renewal: R 120,45 | — | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 561,03 | 1.024 GB | 600 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 118,64 | 0.256 GB | 75 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 279,51 | 0.768 GB | 300 GB SSD | Visit Site |
ScalaHosting plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cloud | R 3 403,08 | 32 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 924,08 | 8 GB | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 1 775,08 | 16 GB | 160 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 1 346,28 Renewal: R 1 929,43 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 2 472,36 Renewal: R 3 698,99 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 743,02 Renewal: R 1 004,43 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Cloud | R 461,58 | 4 GB | 50 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, checkdomain or ScalaHosting?
checkdomain has the lower entry price (checkdomain: ZAR 20.11/mo vs ScalaHosting: ZAR 461.58/mo).
Which is better, checkdomain or ScalaHosting?
checkdomain scores higher (checkdomain: 4.6/5 vs ScalaHosting: 3.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, checkdomain or ScalaHosting?
checkdomain: up to 1.024 GB RAM; ScalaHosting: up to 32 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
checkdomain 600 GB vs ScalaHosting 240 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only checkdomain shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
checkdomain is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between checkdomain and ScalaHosting?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.