Web hosting comparison: the criteria that really count.
Whether it's WordPress, an online store or a company website: use these criteria to compare web hosting plans fairly – regardless of the provider.
Step 1
Define your needs
How many websites, mailboxes and databases do you need? Do you use WordPress or a page builder?
Step 2
Check the technology
Storage type, memory, PHP version and caching determine speed.
Step 3
Costs & contract term
Compare the regular price after the promotion and the minimum term – not just the introductory price.
Checklist for your web hosting comparison
Criterion
What it should be
Watch out for
At Servflix
Storage type
NVMe SSD
Just “SSD” or HDD
NVMe
Memory (RAM)
Guaranteed amount stated
Not stated / 128 MB
1 GB for PHP
PHP version
PHP 8.1 or newer
PHP 7.x
PHP 8.1+
Caching
Server-side caching
Plugin caching only
NGINX & OPcache
Backups
Daily, automatic
Weekly / extra charge
Daily, EU
SSL
Included for every domain
Extra charge per domain
Included
Mailboxes included
Only for an extra charge
10–30 included
WordPress
1-click installation
Manual installation
1-click in Plesk
Server location
Germany / EU
Not stated
EU
Support
In your language, personal, 24/7
Tickets only / not in your language
24/7, from real people
Contract term
Cancel monthly
12–36 month lock-in
Cancel monthly
Shared hosting, managed hosting or a server?
Shared hosting shares a server with other customers. It's affordable and perfectly sufficient for most websites – provided the provider uses fast hardware and sensibly limits the load per customer.
Managed WordPress hosting specializes in WordPress: suitable PHP settings, caching and often help with WordPress questions. It usually costs a bit more than plain shared hosting.
Your own server (VPS or dedicated server) gives you full control, but requires know-how and time for setup, updates and security.
Our plans combine the best of both: the price of shared hosting, a WordPress-tuned environment with 1 GB RAM and NVMe – and support that also helps you with WordPress questions.
Total cost instead of introductory price
The math you won't find in any ad banner
When comparing, it's worth writing down all costs for two years: the base price after the promotional period, SSL certificates, backups, additional email mailboxes, domain renewal and any setup fees.
A plan that costs next to nothing in the first year can end up more expensive than a plan with an honest regular price. Also watch the minimum term: if you commit for 24 or 36 months, you can't simply switch if problems arise.
At Servflix, you pay from €10 per month, cancel monthly, with SSL, daily backups and email mailboxes at no extra charge. You can add your domain if you like – at the same price for registration and renewal.
Common mistakes
The 6 most common mistakes when comparing hosting
1
Comparing only the promotional price
The price after 12 months determines the actual cost.
2
Overlooking the storage type
“SSD” is not the same as NVMe. NVMe storage delivers data significantly faster.
3
Ignoring PHP memory
Page builders like Elementor need a lot of memory. If it isn't stated, that's a warning sign.
4
Not checking backups
How often are backups made, where are they stored and does restoring cost extra?
5
Not testing support
Ask support a question before you buy – the answer shows how you'll be looked after later.
6
Forgetting the server location
For visitors from German-speaking countries and for the GDPR, a location in the EU matters.
Tip:
Use monthly cancellation to test: migrate a copy of your website to the new plan, check loading time and support, and decide afterwards.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about comparing web hosting
How much storage do I really need?
For most blogs and company websites, 10 GB is enough. You mainly need more for lots of images, videos or multiple websites.
How do I recognize good support?
By fast, clear answers in your language – ideally around the clock and from people rather than bots.
Is shared hosting enough for WordPress?
For most websites, yes, if the provider relies on fast hardware like NVMe, current PHP and server-side caching.
Why is a short contract term important?
Because you can switch if performance or service isn't right. With us, all plans can be canceled monthly.
Questions about comparing web hosting
How much storage do I need?
For most company websites, 10 GB is enough. Lots of images, videos or multiple websites need correspondingly more.
Is SSD the same as NVMe?
No. NVMe is a particularly fast type of SSD connected via PCI Express. “SSD” on its own usually means the slower SATA connection.
Why is server location important?
It affects loading time for your visitors and the legal situation regarding data protection. For customers in Germany, a location in the EU is ideal.
What should I look for in the price?
The price after the promotional period, the minimum term and possible surcharges for SSL, backups or email.