Quick comparison
| Feature | IONOS | Krystal |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.4 / 5 | ★ 4.4 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 42 | 10 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting, Dedicated | Shared Hosting, VPS, WordPress Hosting |
| Starting price | R 18,50 | R 129,32 |
| Renewal from | R 185,00 | — |
| Max RAM | 256 GB | 18 GB |
| Max storage | 8000 GB | 25 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | Yes | Yes |
| Headquarters | Montabaur, Germany | United Kingdom |
| Data centers | 114 | 1 |
IONOS
IONOS hosting for South Africa: compared on price, performance, and trust in our independent catalog.
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Krystal 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 18,50 Renewal: R 185,00 | — | 200 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 66,96 | — | — | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 37,00 Renewal: R 111,00 | 1 GB | 10 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 16 328,26 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 101,35 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 188,22 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 20 510,87 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 100,54 | — | 100 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 945,11 Renewal: R 1 105,98 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 107,18 | — | 500 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 40,22 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 005,43 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 37,00 | 1 GB | 10 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 92,50 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 572,50 | 32 GB | 512 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 148,00 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 387,50 | 32 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 330,00 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 370,00 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 220,00 | 64 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 6 475,00 | 256 GB | 1920 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 277,50 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 647,50 | 8 GB | 240 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 035,00 | 64 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 295,00 | 32 GB | 1000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 775,00 | 128 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 6 105,00 | 256 GB | 8000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 555,00 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 1 295,00 | 16 GB | 480 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 277,50 | 2 GB | 80 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 515,00 | 128 GB | 1024 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 925,00 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 2 035,00 | 24 GB | 720 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 145,00 | 128 GB | 960 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 4 070,00 | 128 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 665,00 | 64 GB | 2000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 960,00 | 128 GB | 4000 GB HDD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 590,00 | 64 GB | 2048 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 221,20 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 20,11 Renewal: R 643,48 | — | — SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 60,33 Renewal: R 90,49 | 4 GB | 120 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 160,87 Renewal: R 321,74 | — | 350 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
Krystal plans
| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 129,32 | 2 GB | 10 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 221,20 | 4 GB | 25 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 201,09 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 1 347,28 | 12 GB | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| WordPress Hosting | R 301,63 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 1 950,54 | 18 GB | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 140,76 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 382,07 | 6 GB | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 744,02 | 8 GB | — NVMe | Visit Site |
| Shared Hosting | R 382,07 | — | — NVMe | Visit Site |
Comparison FAQ
Which is cheaper, IONOS or Krystal?
IONOS has the lower entry price (IONOS: ZAR 18.50/mo vs Krystal: ZAR 129.32/mo).
Which is better, IONOS or Krystal?
IONOS scores higher (IONOS: 4.4/5 vs Krystal: 4.4/5).
Which is better for VPS, IONOS or Krystal?
IONOS: up to 256 GB RAM; Krystal: up to 18 GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
IONOS 8000 GB vs Krystal 25 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both IONOS and Krystal list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
IONOS is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between IONOS and Krystal?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.