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At a Glance
Site5
Site5
Star Rating
(15)3.7 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (80.0% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$11.95 per month
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SiteGround
SiteGround
Star Rating
(278)4.2 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.3% of reviews)
Information
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.99 Per Month
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AI Generated Summary
AI-generated. Powered by real user reviews.
  • Users report that SiteGround excels in customer support, with a G2 rating of 8.8 for quality of support, while Site5 falls short with a rating of 7.4. Reviewers mention that SiteGround's support team is responsive and knowledgeable, making it easier for users to resolve issues quickly.
  • Reviewers mention that SiteGround offers a more intuitive control panel with a rating of 8.8 compared to Site5's 8.3. Users say that the user-friendly interface of SiteGround simplifies site management, making it easier for beginners to navigate.
  • G2 users highlight SiteGround's superior performance in caching, with a rating of 8.1, which enhances website speed and efficiency. In contrast, Site5's caching performance is rated lower at 8.9, leading some users to experience slower load times.
  • Users on G2 report that SiteGround provides better CMS support, scoring 8.9, while Site5 only scores 7.8. Reviewers mention that SiteGround's compatibility with various content management systems makes it a more versatile choice for users with diverse website needs.
  • Reviewers mention that SiteGround's backup and restoration features are rated highly at 9.6, ensuring that users can easily recover their sites in case of issues. Site5, while still offering backup options, has a lower rating of 9.3, which may not provide the same level of assurance for users.
  • Users say that SiteGround's flexible hosting plans, rated at 9.6, cater to a wide range of business needs, while Site5's plans, although customizable, do not offer the same level of flexibility, leading to potential limitations for growing businesses.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
Site5
hostPro+Turbo
$11.95
per month
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SiteGround
StartUp
$2.99
Per Month
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Free Trial
Site5
No trial information available
SiteGround
No trial information available
Ratings
Meets Requirements
7.6
13
8.6
209
Ease of Use
7.3
14
8.7
213
Ease of Setup
8.0
10
8.7
136
Ease of Admin
7.4
11
8.7
128
Quality of Support
7.4
14
8.7
206
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.4
11
8.6
128
Product Direction (% positive)
5.8
14
7.6
200
Features by Category
Not enough data
9.9
9
Customization
Not enough data
9.8
9
Not enough data
9.5
7
Not enough data
9.4
9
Not enough data
9.6
9
Support
Not enough data
9.4
8
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
9.6
9
Not enough data
9.8
8
Not enough data
10.0
6
Not enough data
9.0
42
Performance
Not enough data
8.8
38
Not enough data
9.4
36
Not enough data
9.4
40
Not enough data
8.7
37
Not enough data
8.8
37
Security
Not enough data
9.2
40
Not enough data
8.4
34
Not enough data
8.5
31
Not enough data
8.2
26
Free Resources
Not enough data
8.0
35
Not enough data
8.3
34
Not enough data
9.1
40
Not enough data
8.0
8
Performance - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
7.4
7
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.0
5
Not enough data
6.3
5
Support - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
7.1
7
Not enough data
7.0
5
Not enough data
6.7
5
Not enough data
7.6
7
Security - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
9.7
6
Not enough data
7.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Convenience and automation - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support and service - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Advanced management and features - Domain Registrar
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Virtual Private Servers (VPS)Hide 13 FeaturesShow 13 Features
Not enough data
8.5
112
Agentic AI - Virtual Private Servers (VPS)
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Hosting Management
8.3
8
8.4
106
8.5
8
8.6
104
8.1
6
8.2
88
8.3
7
8.8
106
7.8
6
8.9
91
6.7
7
8.8
82
Not enough data
8.8
74
8.3
8
8.9
96
7.5
8
8.8
91
8.1
6
8.8
104
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
Site5
Site5
SiteGround
SiteGround
Site5 and SiteGround are categorized as Managed Hosting, Virtual Private Servers (VPS), and Reseller Hosting
Unique Categories
Site5
Site5 has no unique categories
SiteGround
SiteGround is categorized as WordPress Hosting, Domain Registrars, and Cloud Web Hosting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
Site5
Site5
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
80.0%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
13.3%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
6.7%
SiteGround
SiteGround
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
85.3%
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
10.5%
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
4.1%
Reviewers' Industry
Site5
Site5
Information Technology and Services
20.0%
Marketing and Advertising
13.3%
Design
13.3%
Computer Software
13.3%
Photography
6.7%
Other
33.3%
SiteGround
SiteGround
Marketing and Advertising
16.1%
Information Technology and Services
8.2%
Computer Software
6.7%
Internet
5.6%
Design
4.5%
Other
58.8%
Most Helpful Reviews
Site5
Site5
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Design
GD
Verified User in Design

I like that it is easy to use, the plans are cheap and affordable, that there is someone to actually help if needed. The sites run smooth and fast.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Computer Software
GC
Verified User in Computer Software

Scripted replies that don't align with the questions on chat queues. No way to talk to anyone regardless of the severity of the problem. Chat agents are focused on scripting you answers I think until you give up... most interactions of late have gone...

SiteGround
SiteGround
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Go Win R.
GR
Go Win R.
Verified User in Outsourcing/Offshoring

The support is the best. Very helpful. Turn around time if you are in queue. Often they go over and above their call of duty to help customers.

Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Cosmetics
GC
Verified User in Cosmetics

I was moved to a new server, without being told what I'd need to change/check/fix prior and during. It was assumed I was tech savvy to do this. So my site was unavailable for 2 days. The ball gets dropped between selling me add-on and activating it. I would...

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SiteGround
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Discussions
Site5
Site5 Discussions
Monty the Mongoose crying
Site5 has no discussions with answers
SiteGround
SiteGround Discussions
Is SiteGround hosting good?
4 comments
Denise M.
DM
Yes, I find it great, and I've never experienced downtime. Customer service is top-notch as well.Read more
What is SiteGround used for?
2 comments
AZ
Web hosting.Read more
I am unable to provide specific recommendations for SiteGround plans as I do not have access to current data or personal preferences. However, generally, the best plan depends on your specific needs such as website traffic, storage requirements, and budget. It's advisable to compare the features of each plan and choose the one that aligns with your requirements.
1 comment
Marlon A.
MA
The phrase "GrowBig" does not appear to be in an unknown language but rather seems to be a compound English word or brand name. If it is a brand or product...Read more