SiteGround Wins
Winner
VS
Score Comparison
Criteria
SiteGround
A2 Hosting
Overall Score
8.8
8.3
Performance
9.2
9.0
Features
8.5
8.2
Ease of Use
8.5
7.8
Pricing/Value
8.0
8.0
Support
9.5
8.0
Pricing & Features
Specification
SiteGround
A2 Hosting
Starting Price
$2.99/mo
$2.99/mo
Pricing Model
Subscription
Subscription
Making Your Decision
When to Choose SiteGround
Users who prioritize performance and exceptional customer support
SiteGround delivers premium hosting performance and the best customer support in the industry, making it ideal for businesses that value reliability and expert assistance over the lowest price.
Strengths
- Exceptional uptime and server performance with SSD storage
- Industry-leading 24/7 customer support with expert staff
- Free daily backups and SSL certificates on all plans
- Built-in caching and CDN for faster load times
Limitations
- Higher renewal prices after initial term
- Limited storage compared to some competitors
- No monthly billing option on shared hosting
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
