HostGator vs Hostwinds
Quick verdict
- Lower starting price: HostGator ($3.75/mo vs $6.99/mo).
- Cheaper over 4 years (cheapest plan, renewals included): HostGator ($266.88 vs $335.52).
- Lower renewal on the cheapest plan: Hostwinds ($6.99/mo vs $10.99/mo).
HostGator
| Plan | Intro price | Renews at | 4-year cost | Sites | Storage | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hatchling | $3.75/mo (3 years) | $10.99/mo | $266.88 | 10 | 10 GB | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
| Baby | $4.50/mo (3 years) | $16.49/mo | $359.88 | 20 | 20 GB | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
| Business | $6.25/mo (3 years) | $21.99/mo | $488.88 | 50 | 50 GB | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
Hostwinds
| Plan | Intro price | Renews at | 4-year cost | Sites | Storage | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic | $6.99/mo (12 months) | $6.99/mo | $335.52 | 1 | – | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
| Advanced | $8.99/mo (12 months) | $8.99/mo | $431.52 | 4 | – | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
| Ultimate | $10.99/mo (12 months) | $10.99/mo | $527.52 | – | – | source, Oct 26, 2026 |
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