How Much Does Hosting Cost? Comparing Plans

What is the cost of hosting a website on the internet? The answer to this question can vary greatly depending on your needs and the hosting provider you choose. In this article, we will examine what contributes to the cost of hosting, compare various plans, and help you select the most suitable option.

Advantages of Ordering Hosting on QHost.net.ua

QHost is a team that has been working together for over 10 years in the IT services sector. We have participated in numerous large-scale online projects, which has allowed us to gain significant experience in the hosting business.

QHost is an official domain name registrar, providing the opportunity to independently register and maintain domains. As experienced developers, we understand the needs of our clients, whether they are freelancers or large IT holdings. We confidently handle any non-standard situations, knowing how to do it efficiently.

Among our clients are financial institutions, manufacturing enterprises, private companies, government agencies, and individuals. We always strive to meet client needs and offer favorable terms for everyone.

We develop and test innovative hosting products using the most modern equipment. Furthermore, we are reliable and honest, and we love our work so much that after your first request, you will receive a service that is simply impossible to refuse.

Hosting

The Q-H5 plan, priced at 184 UAH/month, is the most beneficial as it offers 5 websites and 5 GB SSD at a reasonable price. This balance between price and functionality is well-suited for small and medium-sized projects, providing enough resources for growth and stable operation.

If your project is even smaller and requires minimal resources, such as a personal blog or a small website, you can choose the Q-H1 plan, which costs only 78 UAH/month. It provides 1 website and 1 GB SSD, making it an excellent option for a start, while still offering all the basic features available in more expensive plans, such as PHP and MySQL support, and a free SSL certificate.

For larger projects requiring more resources, you can select the Q-H10 plan for 252 UAH/month (10 GB SSD) or Q-H30 for 504 UAH/month (30 GB SSD). The Q-H30 plan is better suited for online stores, as you’ll need ample space to store data on many products. With these features, you will also be able to process orders without interruptions.

The price of all plans depends on several key characteristics, such as the amount of SSD storage (1 GB, 5 GB, 10 GB, 30 GB) and the number of websites that can be hosted (1, 5, 10, 30). Pricing is also determined based on PHP memory_limit (which affects website speed) and the number of MySQL 5.5.x databases (which determines how many separate databases you can create for different projects).

All plans, regardless of price, have common features that ensure high-quality service: PHP and MySQL support, a free SSL certificate for user data protection, backup services, 24/7 technical support, FTP access to specific folders, the ability to use CGI scripts, DNS editing, and scheduled script execution (cron).

VPS / VDS

VPS/VDS is a virtual-dedicated server that provides users with almost all the features of a physical server, including root access, dedicated IP addresses, and full control over the operating system. The price of the plans depends on the amount of RAM (2-16 GB), number of CPU cores (1-8), SSD storage (25-160 GB), and additional services such as extra IPv4 addresses.

The plans are suitable for various types of projects, here are some examples:

Plans Q-V2G, Q-V4G, Q-V6G

1. Business card websites and small corporate sites (for businesses or individual entrepreneurs who need a simple website to present services and contacts).
2. Personal blogs and portfolios (for photographers, designers, writers, and other creative professionals).
3. Test environments and development servers (used by developers to create and debug applications before launching them on production servers).
4. Small online stores (suitable for stores with a limited assortment and low traffic).
5. Educational projects and prototypes (for students or teams working on educational or experimental projects).

Plans Q-V8G, Q-V12G, Q-V16G

1. Large web applications and portals (news portals, social networks, or video hosting platforms).
2. Large database management systems (for businesses working with large amounts of data that require high performance).
3. Cloud services and SaaS applications (for providing services with numerous simultaneous users).
4. Virtualization and containerization systems (for running and managing numerous virtual machines or containers, such as using Docker or Kubernetes).
5. Big data analytics and machine learning (for handling resource-intensive computing tasks related to processing big data and training AI models).
6. Online games and game servers (for hosting servers of massive multiplayer online games requiring low latency and high stability).

Dedicated Server

A dedicated server is a service where the client has full control over a physical server. Unlike virtual hosting or VPS, the server's resources are not shared with other users.

The plans differ in two key areas: the number of processors and the amount of memory. Using two Xeon E5 processors in the second plan doubles the number of cores and threads: from 6 cores and 12 threads to 12 cores and 24 threads. This doubling of computing power significantly increases server performance. For example, in parallel data processing, a server with 12 cores can handle up to 100% more tasks simultaneously compared to a server with 6 cores. As a result, you get faster system response, the ability to serve more concurrent users, and improved application efficiency.

Our plans include everything necessary for the efficient operation of your server. You get unlimited traffic both in Ukraine and abroad, as well as one free IPv4 address. Bandwidth reaches up to 1 Gbps for Ukrainian resources and up to 100 Mbps for foreign ones, ensuring high speed and stability of the connection. We provide full root access and also replace equipment and reinstall the operating system when necessary.

If you need extended functionality, you can additionally order extra IPv4 addresses for 56 UAH per month and server networking for 500 UAH per month.

FAQ

What is VPS hosting, and how does it differ from shared hosting?

VPS hosting (Virtual Private Server) is a virtual-dedicated server that offers more resources and customization options than shared hosting. VPS hosting is suitable for more demanding projects.

What is a dedicated server?

A dedicated server is a physical server that is entirely under your control. It is the most powerful and expensive type of hosting.

How to choose the optimal hosting plan?

When choosing a plan, you need to evaluate your website's needs: the number of visitors, data volume, and required resources. You should also pay attention to the additional services provided by the hosting provider.

Can you change the hosting plan after payment?

Yes, you can usually change the hosting plan at any time, but the conditions may vary between providers.

What is a hosting trial period?

A trial period allows you to test hosting services for free for a certain period. This helps you assess the service quality and choose the right plan.