Comparison
CloudwaysvsSiteGround
It's a tie
CloudwaysvsSiteGround
Cloudways and SiteGround are neck and neck — both score within a fraction of each other on our DuelStack rating. Cloudways stands out for excellent performance and speed, while SiteGround edges ahead on top-rated support. On budget alone, SiteGround wins (starts at $2.99/mo). Either is a solid choice — pick the one that fits your workflow.
Cloudways
SiteGround
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Cloudways | SiteGround |
|---|---|---|
| 24/7 support | ✓ | ✓ |
| CDN included | ✓ | ✓ |
| Daily backups | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free SSL | ✓ | ✓ |
| Free domain | ✗ | ✗ |
| Free site migration | ✓ | ✓ |
| Managed WordPress | ✓ | ✓ |
| SSD/NVMe storage | ✓ | ✓ |
| SSH access | ✓ | ✓ |
| Scalable resources | ✓ | ✓ |
| Staging environment | ✓ | ✓ |
| Uptime guarantee | ✓ | ✓ |
SiteGround Pricing
Cloudways
Pros
- excellent performance and speed
- easy scalability
- top-tier support
Cons
- no email hosting
- no root access
SiteGround
Pros
- Top-rated support
- Excellent speed & uptime
- Robust security features
Cons
- Limited storage on entry plan
- High renewal prices
- No free plan
Why we landed here
Cloudways and SiteGround are neck and neck — both score within a fraction of each other on our DuelStack rating. Cloudways stands out for excellent performance and speed, while SiteGround edges ahead on top-rated support. On budget alone, SiteGround wins (starts at $2.99/mo). Either is a solid choice — pick the one that fits your workflow.
The DuelStack Score (1–10) weights feature breadth (25%), pricing value (25%), pros/cons ratio (20%), tier flexibility (15%), and maturity + user rating (15%). Last updated June 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Cloudways or SiteGround?
Cloudways and SiteGround are neck and neck — both score within a fraction of each other on our DuelStack rating. Cloudways stands out for excellent performance and speed, while SiteGround edges ahead on top-rated support. On budget alone, SiteGround wins (starts at $2.99/mo). Either is a solid choice — pick the one that fits your workflow.
How much does Cloudways cost vs SiteGround?
Cloudways starts at $11/month. SiteGround starts at $24.99/month.
Does Cloudways have a free plan?
Cloudways does not offer a free plan, but pricing starts at $11/month.
Does SiteGround have a free plan?
SiteGround does not offer a free plan, but pricing starts at $24.99/month.