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The hosting market in numbers
10,505,146 .uk domains
Q3 2026
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HOSTtest in numbers
15,499
Customer reviews
published since 2006
12,524
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> 400
Providers
168,455
Votes in the Web Host of the Year election
5
Countries: DE, AT, CH, UK, ES
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Outages detected
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What is HOSTtest?
Finding the right host is exhausting: hundreds of providers, thousands of plans, and every one of them claims to be the best. That is exactly why HOSTtest has existed since 2006. We make plans genuinely comparable – so you can see in minutes what would otherwise take hours of searching.
Here you compare web hosting, domains and servers – not on price alone, but on features, contract terms and renewal costs. Where we have tested a provider ourselves, we tell you what actually holds up in daily use. And our guides explain the technology behind it before you commit.
Not sure where to begin? For a first website, a website builder is usually enough. If you already know what your project needs, compare web hosting plans directly. And if you want root access and your own software stack, a VPS is the right choice.
More about HOSTtest →Who is behind HOSTtest?
HOSTtest was founded in 2006 during university studies – out of the frustration of not being able to find a reliable host. Today it has become one of Europe's largest comparison platforms, available in five countries. Who is behind it and how we work is on our About us page.
How do I find the right hosting?
Start with what your project really needs – not with the cheapest offer. Choose the right category, then filter by storage, technology and support. Pay particular attention to the contract term and the price after the first year: that is where most surprises hide. Reviews from other users, our guides and our hosting advisor help you choose.
How big is the HOSTtest community?
HOSTtest is active in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Spain. On our platforms you currently find 12,524 plans from more than 400 providers and 15,499 customer reviews since 2006. In the annual Web Host of the Year election, the community has cast a total of 168,455 votes since 2015.
Which hosting topics does HOSTtest cover?
HOSTtest helps you find the right hosting plans – with well-founded comparisons and our own independent tests. The focus is on web hosting, domains and servers, plus specialised comparisons such as website builders, AI app builders or GPU servers. Here you can find all comparisons. We also offer monitoring: HOSTtest Plus is a free service that lets you monitor the availability and performance of up to 50 websites or servers.
What is HOSTtest Plus?
HOSTtest Plus is a free service that lets you monitor the availability and performance of up to 50 websites or servers. In case of outages or unusually long loading times, you are notified by email, SMS or phone call. HOSTtest Plus also offers SSL and DNS checks, public status pages, performance reports, hosting tenders and a savings alert for your hosting contracts, among other things.
How does HOSTtest test?
HOSTtest tests hosting plans unannounced, anonymously and at its own expense. We order the plans at the regular price and use them, including support, like normal customers. Providers are not told about the test in advance and can neither optimise their servers or support specifically for us nor buy a test or a better result.