domainfactory vs HostPapa

This domainfactory vs HostPapa comparison covers real plan data for the South Africa market — including RAM, storage, SSL, backups, and monthly pricing.

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Feature domainfactory HostPapa
Editorial rating ★ 4.2 / 5 ★ 4.6 / 5
Plans tracked 14 14
Hosting types Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting, VPS VPS, Dedicated, Shared Hosting, WordPress Hosting
Starting price R 40,02 R 40,42
Renewal from R 120,45
Max RAM 2 GB 256 GB
Max storage 100 GB 3840 GB
Free SSL Yes Yes
Free backups Yes
Headquarters Germany Burlington, Ontario, Canada
Data centers 1 21

domainfactory

★ 4.2

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HostPapa

★ 4.6

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domainfactory plans

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

HostPapa plans

Type Intro price RAM Storage Action
VPS R 831,58 8 GB 200 GB NVMe Visit Site
VPS R 276,58 2 GB 50 GB NVMe Visit Site
Dedicated R 1 849,08 64 GB 1000 GB SSD Visit Site
Dedicated R 4 994,08 256 GB 3840 GB NVMe Visit Site
Dedicated R 3 514,08 128 GB 1000 GB NVMe Visit Site
VPS R 461,58 4 GB 100 GB NVMe Visit Site
Dedicated R 1 109,08 32 GB 1000 GB SSD Visit Site
VPS R 1 849,08 32 GB 500 GB NVMe Visit Site
Dedicated R 3 514,08 128 GB 1920 GB NVMe Visit Site
VPS R 1 294,08 16 GB 300 GB NVMe Visit Site
VPS R 47,46 1 GB 25 GB NVMe Visit Site
VPS R 594,21 NVMe Visit Site
Shared Hosting R 40,42 Visit Site
WordPress Hosting R 40,42 Visit Site

Comparison FAQ

Which is cheaper, domainfactory or HostPapa?

domainfactory has the lower entry price (domainfactory: ZAR 40.02/mo vs HostPapa: ZAR 40.42/mo).

Which is better, domainfactory or HostPapa?

HostPapa scores higher (domainfactory: 4.2/5 vs HostPapa: 4.6/5).

Which is better for VPS, domainfactory or HostPapa?

domainfactory: up to 2 GB RAM; HostPapa: up to 256 GB RAM.

Which has more storage?

domainfactory 100 GB vs HostPapa 3840 GB max storage.

Do both include free SSL?

Yes — both domainfactory and HostPapa list plans with free SSL.

Which is better for beginners in South Africa?

HostPapa is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.

How do I choose between domainfactory and HostPapa?

Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.