Quick comparison
| Feature | domainfactory | Fasthosts |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.2 / 5 | ★ 3.5 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 14 | 6 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting, VPS | VPS, Dedicated, Shared Hosting |
| Starting price | R 40,02 | R 20,11 |
| Renewal from | R 120,45 | — |
| Max RAM | 2 GB | 1 GB |
| Max storage | 100 GB | 40 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | — |
| Free backups | Yes | — |
| Headquarters | Germany | United Kingdom |
| Data centers | 1 | 1 |
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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 140,56 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 126,48 Renewal: R 140,56 | 0.512 GB | 25 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 162,68 Renewal: R 180,78 | 1 GB | 50 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 253,17 Renewal: R 281,32 | 1.5 GB | 75 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 361,76 Renewal: R 401,97 | 2 GB | 100 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 100,34 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 200,89 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 301,43 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 40,02 Renewal: R 120,45 | — | — | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 60,13 Renewal: R 100,34 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 126,48 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 140,56 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 140,56 | — | — | Visit Site |
Fasthosts plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| VPS | R 110,82 | 1 GB | 40 GB | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 804,35 | — | — | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 60,33 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 | — | — | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 | — | — | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, domainfactory or Fasthosts?
Fasthosts has the lower entry price (domainfactory: ZAR 40.02/mo vs Fasthosts: ZAR 20.11/mo).
Which is better, domainfactory or Fasthosts?
domainfactory scores higher (domainfactory: 4.2/5 vs Fasthosts: 3.5/5).
Which is better for VPS, domainfactory or Fasthosts?
domainfactory: up to 2 GB RAM; Fasthosts: up to 1 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
domainfactory 100 GB vs Fasthosts 40 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Only domainfactory shows free SSL on tracked plans.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
domainfactory is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between domainfactory and Fasthosts?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.