Too Close to Call
Score Comparison
Criteria
A2 Hosting
Bluehost
Overall Score
8.3
8.2
Performance
9.0
7.8
Features
8.2
8.5
Ease of Use
7.8
8.8
Pricing/Value
8.0
8.0
Support
8.0
7.5
Pricing & Features
Specification
A2 Hosting
Bluehost
Starting Price
$2.99/mo
$2.95/mo
Pricing Model
Subscription
Subscription
Making Your Decision
When to Choose A2 Hosting
Developers and speed-focused users who need high-performance hosting
A2 Hosting stands out for its Turbo servers and developer-friendly features, offering exceptional speed for those willing to pay for higher-tier plans, with a unique anytime money-back guarantee.
Strengths
- Turbo servers deliver up to 20x faster page loads
- Anytime money-back guarantee (prorated refunds)
- Free site migration on all plans
- Developer-friendly with SSH, Git, and multiple PHP versions
Limitations
- Turbo speeds only on higher-tier plans
- Interface can feel dated compared to competitors
- Phone support not available 24/7
When to Choose Bluehost
WordPress beginners and small businesses looking for reliable, affordable hosting
Bluehost remains a top choice for WordPress hosting with its beginner-friendly interface, official WordPress endorsement, and competitive introductory pricing, though users should be aware of higher renewal costs.
Strengths
- Official WordPress.org recommended hosting provider
- Free domain name for the first year
- One-click WordPress installation with automatic updates
- 24/7 customer support via phone, chat, and email
Limitations
- Renewal prices significantly higher than introductory rates
- Limited storage on basic plans
- Site migrations not free on all plans
