Cloud hosting is an excellent choice for building your website. It allows your site to pull resources from multiple servers, enabling exponential growth without needing to switch hosting types. If the primary server fails, a cloud-hosted website can retrieve data from a secondary server, ensuring better uptime.
For those with specific performance needs or high-traffic websites, managed dedicated servers hosting can also be an option, offering complete control and dedicated resources. I’ve spent hundreds of hours researching and testing web hosting companies to create this list of the best cloud hosting services. It includes a mix of low-cost, mid-range, and high-end options to fit your technical needs and budget.
SiteGround
SiteGround stands out for its robust WordPress management tools, strong server performance, and exceptional customer service, which has even earned it Stevie Awards. Cloud hosting customers get an easy WordPress onboarding process, a specialized optimization plugin with caching settings, automatic updates, and 24/7 access to WordPress experts via phone, live chat, and email.
You’ll also receive a free SSL certificate, automated backups for better data security, and a CDN for faster global site speeds. SiteGround also offers developer tools like staging environments for safe testing and Git integration for easier editing of WordPress source code. Agencies can also create and resell custom hosting packages for clients.
Cloudways by DigitalOcean
Cloudways is a developer-focused cloud hosting company that partners with infrastructure providers like Google Cloud and Amazon Web Services. It simplifies the process by letting you choose your preferred provider and then manage your hosting through an easy-to-use interface. The best value among these options is DigitalOcean, thanks to its affordable and flexible pricing.
All Cloudways DigitalOcean plans include a free SSL certificate, a dedicated firewall, automated backups (with adjustable frequency), 24/7 monitoring, and regular security patches. A Cloudflare CDN and advanced caching are built-in to improve site speed. Cloudways also provides excellent developer tools, including an isolated staging area and advanced server management. Customer support is available 24/7 via live chat and support tickets, but phone support is not offered.
For those in need of more control and customization, a dedicated server with VMware is an excellent option to consider.
Liquid Web
Liquid Web offers cloud hosting solutions for all budgets and experience levels, with both managed (Liquid Web handles server maintenance) and unmanaged (you manage the server) options. Every plan includes firewall protection, DDoS protection, and an SSL certificate. Expert support is available 24/7 through live chat, phone, and email.
Hostinger
Hostinger is a fast-growing web host that performed well in our hands-on review. All its cloud hosting plans include a visual website builder with AI tools for site generation, copywriting, and SEO, making it easy for beginners. Hostinger plans also feature one-click WordPress installation, LiteSpeed acceleration, smart auto-updates, a vulnerability scanner, and caching.
Developer tools like a staging environment and GIT access are included. You also get unlimited SSL certificates, a free domain for the first year, a free CDN, daily backups, and email hosting for up to 100 addresses. Your site is protected by a firewall, enhanced DDoS protection, and a malware scanner. The main drawbacks are that customer support is limited to live chat, and it uses a proprietary control panel, hPanel, which may require a learning curve if you’re used to cPanel.
ScalaHosting
ScalaHosting is recognized for its flexible plans, quality servers, and fast 24/7 customer support via live chat and email. It also offers an unconditional, anytime money-back guarantee. All ScalaHosting cloud users get access to SShield, a proprietary security system that monitors your site 24/7 and claims to block 99.998% of attacks.
You also get SSL certification, firewall and brute force protection, basic DDoS protection, and automated daily backups. To improve site speed, ScalaHosting uses LiteSpeed-enhanced servers, a Cloudflare CDN, and NVMe storage. Server management is handled through its proprietary SPanel, which includes WordPress management tools. If you prefer, you can purchase cPanel licenses instead, starting at an additional $26.50 a month for five licenses.