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At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (79.3% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$6.00 Per Month
Starting at $5.95 per month
Google Workspace
Star Rating
(47,110)4.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (46.2% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
$6.00 Per Month
Browse all 3 pricing plansHostGator
Star Rating
(255)3.6 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (79.3% of reviews)
Pros & Cons
Entry-Level Pricing
Starting at $5.95 per month
Browse all 3 pricing plansSummary
AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
- Users report that Google Workspace excels in collaboration tools, particularly with features like "Simultaneously Editing" and "Real-Time Communication," which received high ratings of 9.4. In contrast, HostGator's collaboration features are less robust, with users mentioning that they lack the same level of integration and ease of use.
- Reviewers mention that Google Workspace's "Auto Save" feature, rated at 9.6, significantly enhances productivity by preventing data loss. HostGator, however, does not offer a comparable feature, leading users to express concerns about potential data loss during website management.
- G2 users highlight Google Workspace's superior "File Management" capabilities, with high scores in "Device Syncing" (9.2) and "Web Interface" (9.1). Users on G2 report that HostGator's file management tools are less intuitive, making it harder to manage files effectively.
- Users say that Google Workspace's "Mobile Application" is rated at 9.0, providing a seamless experience for users on the go. In contrast, HostGator's mobile capabilities are often described as limited, with reviewers mentioning difficulties in managing websites from mobile devices.
- Reviewers mention that Google Workspace's "Quality of Support" is rated at 8.6, with many users praising the responsiveness and helpfulness of the support team. Conversely, HostGator's support received a lower score of 7.0, with users reporting longer wait times and less satisfactory resolutions.
- Users on G2 report that Google Workspace's "Integrations" score of 8.7 allows for a wide range of third-party applications, enhancing its functionality. HostGator, while offering some integrations, is noted by reviewers to have fewer options, limiting its adaptability for users with specific needs.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Google Workspace
Business Starter
$6.00
Per Month
- Custom and secure business email
- 100 participant video meetings
- 30 GB storage per user
HostGator
WordPress Hosting
Starting at $5.95
per month
2.5X speed, advanced security — and free migrations
- Free hosting
- Drag & drop builder
- Included domain name
Free Trial
Google Workspace
Free Trial is available
HostGator
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
9.1
37,362
7.6
220
Ease of Use
9.3
37,578
8.1
219
Ease of Setup
9.2
9,526
8.0
106
Ease of Admin
9.1
8,165
7.6
105
Quality of Support
8.6
29,767
7.0
217
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
9.0
7,490
6.7
103
Product Direction (% positive)
8.7
36,089
6.1
213
Features by Category
File Management
9.2
7974
Not enough data
9.1
8030
Not enough data
9.0
8119
Not enough data
8.9
8160
Not enough data
9.0
7757
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Cloud Content Collaboration
7.5
115
Not enough data
7.7
115
Not enough data
7.8
114
Not enough data
Collaboration
9.0
7552
Not enough data
9.4
8330
Not enough data
9.2
7852
Not enough data
8.8
6836
Not enough data
Administration
9.1
6008
Not enough data
8.9
5838
Not enough data
9.1
5795
Not enough data
8.4
6278
Not enough data
8.7
5284
Not enough data
9.1
6398
Not enough data
Platform
9.3
2125
Not enough data
8.8
1729
Not enough data
8.8
1654
Not enough data
8.8
1494
Not enough data
Communication
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
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Content Management
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
Productivity Tools
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
Administration
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
8.7
2092
Not enough data
8.8
2223
Not enough data
8.7
2041
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
9.0
2182
Not enough data
9.0
2217
Not enough data
Business Instant Messaging
9.0
2263
Not enough data
9.1
2333
Not enough data
8.7
1882
Not enough data
Generative AI - Business Instant Messaging
8.3
254
Not enough data
AI - Business Instant Messaging
8.2
248
Not enough data
8.2
247
Not enough data
8.2
246
Not enough data
8.3
245
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Business Instant Messaging
8.2
135
Not enough data
8.3
134
Not enough data
Presenter Tools
8.9
2780
Not enough data
8.4
2388
Not enough data
8.2
2268
Not enough data
8.7
2682
Not enough data
Conferencing Options
9.0
3038
Not enough data
9.0
3099
Not enough data
9.1
3189
Not enough data
Application Tools
8.7
2445
Not enough data
8.5
2521
Not enough data
9.1
2821
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Screen Sharing
8.1
177
Not enough data
Platform Basics
8.7
1789
Not enough data
8.8
1783
Not enough data
9.5
1807
Not enough data
Platform Content
8.6
1676
Not enough data
8.1
1681
Not enough data
8.3
1614
Not enough data
9.4
1777
Not enough data
Platform Additional Functionality
8.7
1576
Not enough data
9.1
1679
Not enough data
9.4
1707
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.4
522
Not enough data
8.1
512
Not enough data
7.7
508
Not enough data
8.4
515
Not enough data
7.3
500
Not enough data
8.0
507
Not enough data
7.9
504
Not enough data
Calculating
8.9
1825
Not enough data
8.9
1722
Not enough data
Insights
8.7
1698
Not enough data
8.9
1762
Not enough data
Editing
8.5
1703
Not enough data
9.4
1843
Not enough data
8.9
1761
Not enough data
Functionality
8.7
1564
Not enough data
9.2
1767
Not enough data
9.1
1784
Not enough data
9.5
1868
Not enough data
Applications
9.3
1285
Not enough data
9.1
1238
Not enough data
8.4
1195
Not enough data
Collaboration
9.3
1270
Not enough data
8.9
1170
Not enough data
9.3
1258
Not enough data
Management
9.2
1247
Not enough data
9.1
1218
Not enough data
9.5
1256
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Office Suites
7.9
352
Not enough data
8.0
354
Not enough data
Collaboration Tools
9.0
5897
Not enough data
9.0
4153
Not enough data
8.3
3618
Not enough data
9.0
4203
Not enough data
8.9
3936
Not enough data
Meeting Coordination
9.1
5761
Not enough data
8.5
5138
Not enough data
8.8
5434
Not enough data
9.2
4141
Not enough data
Software Type
9.0
5718
Not enough data
9.2
4210
Not enough data
8.9
3782
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Video Conferencing
7.9
346
Not enough data
8.0
349
Not enough data
8.0
345
Not enough data
Survey Management
9.0
1009
Not enough data
9.0
1034
Not enough data
8.4
989
Not enough data
8.9
1007
Not enough data
Survey Customization
8.5
861
Not enough data
8.4
910
Not enough data
8.6
908
Not enough data
8.4
752
Not enough data
Survey Insights
8.8
990
Not enough data
8.4
758
Not enough data
9.0
967
Not enough data
9.0
963
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Survey
8.2
76
Not enough data
8.0
75
Not enough data
8.1
75
Not enough data
Calendar View
9.2
1415
Not enough data
9.1
1385
Not enough data
Shared Calendar
9.2
1427
Not enough data
9.1
1391
Not enough data
Accessibility
8.8
1212
Not enough data
8.6
1266
Not enough data
Integration
9.0
1329
Not enough data
8.9
1310
Not enough data
8.9
1317
Not enough data
Notifications
9.0
1357
Not enough data
8.7
1215
Not enough data
Generative AI
7.9
726
Not enough data
8.1
732
Not enough data
8.0
726
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Calendar
7.9
277
Not enough data
Design
8.7
1371
Not enough data
8.5
1379
Not enough data
8.4
1372
Not enough data
Collaboration
9.4
1467
Not enough data
9.3
1449
Not enough data
File Types
9.2
1464
Not enough data
9.0
1434
Not enough data
8.7
1194
Not enough data
Edit & Revise
9.1
1445
Not enough data
8.9
1398
Not enough data
9.2
1467
Not enough data
Integrate & Embed
9.2
1401
Not enough data
8.8
1264
Not enough data
9.0
1340
Not enough data
Operating System
9.1
1310
Not enough data
9.0
1289
Not enough data
8.3
1050
Not enough data
Generative AI
8.3
712
Not enough data
8.4
703
Not enough data
7.9
697
Not enough data
8.1
698
Not enough data
8.0
692
Not enough data
Agentic AI - Document Creation
7.9
266
Not enough data
Set Up
Not enough data
7.1
27
Not enough data
7.8
28
Not enough data
7.2
30
Security
Not enough data
7.4
30
Not enough data
7.6
28
Not enough data
6.8
28
Not enough data
7.4
27
Support
Not enough data
7.7
27
Not enough data
7.3
29
Not enough data
6.8
26
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
Not enough data
7.8
20
Not enough data
8.2
19
Not enough data
8.3
20
Not enough data
7.8
19
Not enough data
7.6
19
Security
Not enough data
8.4
20
Not enough data
7.5
19
Not enough data
7.3
17
Not enough data
7.5
18
Free Resources
Not enough data
7.6
20
Not enough data
8.4
21
Not enough data
8.1
21
Generative AI
8.3
793
Not enough data
8.3
790
Not enough data
8.1
788
Not enough data
7.8
292
Not enough data
8.2
291
Not enough data
8.0
287
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
Not enough data
7.9
136
Not enough data
8.0
135
Not enough data
7.7
130
Not enough data
8.1
138
Not enough data
7.5
118
Not enough data
7.5
111
Not enough data
7.7
99
Not enough data
8.1
130
Not enough data
7.4
130
Not enough data
7.6
122
Agentic AI - Note-Taking Software
7.9
74
Not enough data
Customizations
8.4
425
8.1
8
8.8
427
8.1
7
8.4
393
7.7
8
8.5
403
8.1
8
Growth
8.4
334
8.3
8
8.5
360
8.1
8
8.5
337
8.5
8
8.1
319
7.9
8
8.6
343
8.8
8
Content
8.9
387
8.3
8
8.8
401
8.1
7
8.7
397
7.3
8
8.4
142
8.5
8
Support
8.4
149
8.9
9
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Google Workspace and HostGator are categorized as Website Builder
Unique Categories
Google Workspace is categorized as Business Instant Messaging, Screen Sharing, Note-Taking Software, Spreadsheets, Presentation, Document Creation, Cloud Content Collaboration, Office Suites, Calendar, Email, Survey, and Video Conferencing
HostGator is categorized as Domain Registrars, VPS Hosting Platforms, Shared Hosting, Dedicated Hosting, Reseller Hosting, and WordPress Hosting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Google Workspace
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
HostGator
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
Information Technology and Services
9.1%
Education Management
8.4%
Computer Software
7.8%
Marketing and Advertising
6.7%
Higher Education
5.1%
Other
62.9%
Information Technology and Services
13.9%
Marketing and Advertising
13.1%
Computer Software
6.0%
Internet
3.6%
Graphic Design
2.8%
Other
60.6%
Discussions
Internet Connection
25 Comments
LG
Yes it working on it asap it will be clear..Read more
Is there a way to see everyone all at once on the screen?
21 Comments
JB
Yes. On the bottom right, you'll see "Present your screen" and next to it "..." Those 3 dots give you access to screen settings. You can change to tile mode,...Read more
Is that possible to see the files from multiple Google accounts simultaneously?
17 Comments
JD
Yes. When a Google Drive document is shared to your Gmail, you can save it to your Drive. When you open the document, it will open in a separate tab. You...Read more
How do i report the refund scam to an authority that is capable of sanctioning them.
1 Comment
MS
Aaron,
There is no scam, your refund is in process, so it's unclear what you would be reporting. Thanks.
Erinn
Customer Advocate at HostGatorRead more
What is HostGator used for?
1 Comment
YG
It is used for web hosting and also provides domain hosting too.Read more
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