Quick comparison
| Feature | Namecheap | STRATO |
|---|---|---|
| Editorial rating | ★ 4.4 / 5 | ★ 4.3 / 5 |
| Plans tracked | 13 | 10 |
| Hosting types | Shared Hosting, Dedicated, VPS | Shared Hosting, VPS |
| Starting price | R 29,23 | R 20,11 |
| Renewal from | R 90,28 | R 100,54 |
| Max RAM | 192 GB | — |
| Max storage | 7680 GB | 200 GB |
| Free SSL | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | — | Yes |
| Headquarters | Phoenix, Arizona, USA | Germany |
| Data centers | 8 | 1 |
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| Type | Intro price | RAM | Storage | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shared Hosting | R 29,23 Renewal: R 90,28 | — | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 3 679,28 | 96 GB | 3840 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 90,28 | 1 GB | 20 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 182,78 | 2 GB | 40 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 293,78 | 6 GB | 120 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 534,28 | 12 GB | 240 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| VPS | R 941,28 | 24 GB | 500 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 107,78 | 16 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 2 846,78 | 128 GB | 4000 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 793,28 | 8 GB | 480 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 385,28 | 32 GB | 960 GB SSD | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 4 123,28 | 192 GB | 7680 GB NVMe | Visit Site |
| Dedicated | R 1 551,78 | 64 GB | 1920 GB SSD | 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, Namecheap or STRATO?
STRATO has the lower entry price (Namecheap: ZAR 29.23/mo vs STRATO: ZAR 20.11/mo).
Which is better, Namecheap or STRATO?
Namecheap scores higher (Namecheap: 4.4/5 vs STRATO: 4.3/5).
Which is better for VPS, Namecheap or STRATO?
Namecheap: up to 192 GB RAM; STRATO: up to — GB RAM.
Which has more storage?
Namecheap 7680 GB vs STRATO 200 GB max storage.
Do both include free SSL?
Yes — both Namecheap and STRATO list plans with free SSL.
Which is better for beginners in South Africa?
Namecheap is our pick for ease of use in South Africa.
How do I choose between Namecheap and STRATO?
Match plan type to your project in South Africa. Compare intro vs renewal price and data center location.