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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (92.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$11.00
No pricing available
Cloudways
Star Rating
(1,100)4.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (91.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$11.00
Free Trial is available
Browse all 23 pricing plansKnownHost
Star Rating
(13)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (92.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
No pricing available
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- G2 reviewers report that Cloudways excels in user experience, with many praising its intuitive dashboard and the ease of managing multiple servers and applications. Users appreciate how it simplifies tasks like deploying new applications and handling backups, making it a favorite among agencies and web designers.
- Users say that KnownHost provides a solid performance with its managed WordPress hosting, particularly highlighting the LiteSpeed Enterprise web server which ensures fast page loading times. This feature is crucial for those prioritizing user experience on their websites.
- Reviewers mention that Cloudways has a significantly higher number of recent reviews, indicating a more active user base and up-to-date feedback. With over 1,000 reviews, it reflects a broader range of experiences compared to KnownHost's limited feedback, which can help potential users gauge reliability.
- According to verified reviews, Cloudways stands out for its quality of support, receiving high marks for responsiveness and helpfulness. Users have noted that the support team is readily available to assist with any issues, enhancing the overall user experience.
- G2 reviewers highlight that KnownHost offers excellent value for budget-conscious users, providing high-level tech support typically associated with more expensive services. This makes it an attractive option for small businesses looking for reliable hosting without breaking the bank.
- Users report that while Cloudways shines in ease of use and setup, KnownHost offers a more comprehensive suite of tools like cPanel and WHM, which can be beneficial for users who require more advanced management features. This balance allows users to choose based on their specific needs and technical expertise.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Cloudways
Managed Digital Ocean 1GB - Standard
$11.00
1GB RAM, 1 Core Processor
- 25GB Storage
- 1TB Bandwidth
- Cloudflare Add-on
KnownHost
No pricing availableFree Trial
Cloudways
Free Trial is available
KnownHost
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.3
943
8.8
11
Ease of Use
9.1
954
7.6
11
Ease of Setup
9.2
755
Not enough data
Ease of Admin
9.1
633
Not enough data
Quality of Support
9.2
916
8.6
11
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.3
623
Not enough data
Product Direction (% positive)
9.2
921
6.5
10
Features by Category
Functionality
8.8
41
Not enough data
8.5
41
Not enough data
9.1
45
Not enough data
Management
9.1
40
Not enough data
9.2
45
Not enough data
8.5
39
Not enough data
Support
8.7
38
Not enough data
8.6
37
Not enough data
9.0
35
Not enough data
Set Up
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Customization
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Performance
8.5
197
Not enough data
9.1
207
Not enough data
9.1
218
Not enough data
8.8
208
Not enough data
8.9
198
Not enough data
Security
9.4
213
Not enough data
8.9
206
Not enough data
8.1
184
Not enough data
8.4
182
Not enough data
Free Resources
6.8
187
Not enough data
6.7
180
Not enough data
9.3
216
Not enough data
Performance - Cloud Web Hosting
8.9
185
Not enough data
8.9
184
Not enough data
8.4
175
Not enough data
8.4
172
Not enough data
Support - Cloud Web Hosting
9.4
184
Not enough data
8.7
174
Not enough data
8.7
179
Not enough data
9.1
184
Not enough data
Security - Cloud Web Hosting
8.9
171
Not enough data
9.2
181
Not enough data
9.1
174
Not enough data
Security - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Convenience and automation - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support and service - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Advanced management and features - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Virtual Private Servers (VPS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Hosting Management
8.7
362
8.6
6
8.9
367
8.9
6
7.1
280
9.3
5
8.0
329
9.2
6
8.8
327
Not enough data
8.4
291
Not enough data
8.7
302
Not enough data
8.4
323
9.7
5
8.7
339
9.4
6
9.0
337
9.2
6
Development
9.1
93
Not enough data
8.8
86
Not enough data
8.7
87
Not enough data
8.8
88
Not enough data
8.8
87
Not enough data
Database
8.9
94
Not enough data
8.8
88
Not enough data
9.0
84
Not enough data
9.1
97
Not enough data
9.2
95
Not enough data
Infrastructure
9.2
88
Not enough data
8.9
91
Not enough data
9.1
94
Not enough data
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Cloudways and KnownHost are categorized as Managed Hosting, WordPress Hosting, Cloud Web Hosting, and VPS Hosting Platforms
Unique Categories
Cloudways is categorized as WebOps Platforms and Cloud Platform as a Service (PaaS)
KnownHost is categorized as Dedicated Hosting, Domain Registrars, Reseller Hosting, and Shared Hosting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Cloudways
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
KnownHost
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Marketing and Advertising
15.4%
Information Technology and Services
13.2%
Computer Software
7.9%
Retail
5.0%
Design
5.0%
Other
53.4%
Marketing and Advertising
23.1%
Internet
23.1%
Information Technology and Services
15.4%
Hospital & Health Care
15.4%
Legal Services
7.7%
Other
15.4%
Discussions
How do l move a website created from the Godaddy site builder to Clouways hosting?
36 Comments
RK
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How do I get high scores on https://pagespeed.web.dev/
6 Comments
TY
Hi John,
I’ve a similar concern as my website doesn’t show great speed on Google. But in reality, it opens pretty...Read more
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