Compare GreenGeeks and SiteGround 
At a Glance
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Small-Business (85.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.95 per month
$2.99 Per Month
GreenGeeks
Star Rating
(20)3.8 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (84.2% of reviews)
Entry-Level Pricing
$2.95 per month
Learn more about GreenGeeksSiteGround
Star Rating
(275)4.3 out of 5
Market Segments
Small-Business (85.2% of reviews)
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 technical support, with a score of 9.6, while GreenGeeks has a slightly lower score of 8.6. 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 superior scalability options, scoring 9.4 compared to GreenGeeks' 8.1. Users say that SiteGround's flexible hosting plans allow businesses to grow without facing limitations, which is crucial for small businesses.
- G2 users highlight SiteGround's backup and restoration features, scoring 9.6, as a standout aspect, while GreenGeeks scores 9.3. Users report that SiteGround's automated backups provide peace of mind, ensuring data safety without manual intervention.
- Users on G2 mention that SiteGround's cPanel management is highly intuitive, scoring 9.8, which enhances user experience. In contrast, GreenGeeks scores 8.3, with some users finding it less user-friendly.
- Reviewers say that SiteGround's free website transfers score of 9.0 is a significant advantage, as it simplifies the migration process for new users. GreenGeeks, while offering similar services, does not receive the same level of praise for this feature.
- Users report that SiteGround's security tools score of 8.8 is a key selling point, particularly with features like DDoS protection and malware identification. GreenGeeks, with a score of 7.5, is noted to have room for improvement in this area, as some users express concerns about security measures.
Pricing
Entry-Level Pricing
GreenGeeks
EcoSite Lite
$2.95
per month
- 1 Website
- 1-Click App Installer
- Unlimited Web Space
SiteGround
StartUp
$2.99
Per Month
Crafted for a Great Web Start
- One Website
- 10GB Web Space
- Suitable for 10,000 Visits Monthly
Free Trial
GreenGeeks
No trial information availableSiteGround
No trial information availableRatings
Meets Requirements
8.1
16
8.6
206
Ease of Use
8.3
16
8.7
210
Ease of Setup
8.3
6
8.7
133
Ease of Admin
8.3
6
8.8
126
Quality of Support
8.6
16
8.8
203
Has the product been a good partner in doing business?
7.7
5
8.6
126
Product Direction (% positive)
6.9
15
7.7
197
Features by Category
Set Up
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Security
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Performance
Not enough data
8.9
36
Not enough data
9.5
34
Not enough data
9.6
38
Not enough data
8.9
35
Not enough data
9.0
35
Security
Not enough data
9.3
38
Not enough data
8.6
33
Not enough data
8.6
30
Not enough data
8.5
24
Free Resources
Not enough data
8.1
34
Not enough data
8.5
33
Not enough data
9.3
38
Performance - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
8.1
6
Not enough data
8.7
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Support - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
8.3
5
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
8.0
5
Security - Cloud Web Hosting
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
Not enough data
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
Hosting Management
8.1
14
8.4
106
7.8
13
8.6
104
8.7
13
8.2
88
8.3
14
8.8
106
8.8
12
8.9
91
8.0
10
8.8
82
8.6
6
8.8
74
8.6
13
8.9
96
8.5
12
8.8
91
7.5
12
8.8
104
Categories
Categories
Shared Categories
GreenGeeks and SiteGround are categorized as Virtual Private Servers (VPS), Reseller Hosting, WordPress Hosting, and Domain Registrars
Unique Categories
GreenGeeks is categorized as Dedicated Hosting and Shared Hosting
SiteGround is categorized as Managed Hosting and Cloud Web Hosting
Reviews
Reviewers' Company Size
GreenGeeks
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
SiteGround
Small-Business(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise(> 1000 emp.)
Small-Business
(50 or fewer emp.)
Mid-Market
(51-1000 emp.)
Enterprise
(> 1000 emp.)
Reviewers' Industry
Media Production
10.5%
Marketing and Advertising
10.5%
Information Technology and Services
10.5%
Computer Software
10.5%
Consulting
5.3%
Other
52.6%
Marketing and Advertising
15.5%
Information Technology and Services
8.3%
Computer Software
6.8%
Internet
5.7%
Design
4.5%
Other
59.1%
Most Helpful Reviews
GreenGeeks
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
They offset 3x the energy they use with, I believe wind credits. Oddly, this is difficult information to find on their website right now. For my sustainable industry clients, this is a big plus. I also appreciate that they have not sold out to EIG.
Most Helpful Critical Review
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Restricted usage and tight enforcement during spikes in usage
SiteGround
Most Helpful Favorable Review
Carrie W.
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
I am new to working with websites behind the scenes. Learning to use WordPress has presented me with challenges over the past three years, and several times, I have used the SiteGround chat feature. Every time the person has been accommodating, patient,...
Most Helpful Critical Review
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...
Verified User in Marketing and Advertising
They offset 3x the energy they use with, I believe wind credits. Oddly, this is difficult information to find on their website right now. For my sustainable industry clients, this is a big plus. I also appreciate that they have not sold out to EIG.
Carrie W.
Verified User in Non-Profit Organization Management
I am new to working with websites behind the scenes. Learning to use WordPress has presented me with challenges over the past three years, and several times, I have used the SiteGround chat feature. Every time the person has been accommodating, patient,...
Verified User in Information Technology and Services
Restricted usage and tight enforcement during spikes in usage
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...
Discussions
GreenGeeks has no discussions with answers
Is SiteGround hosting good?
4 comments
DM
Yes, I find it great, and I've never experienced downtime. Customer service is top-notch as well.Read more
Which SiteGround plan is best?
1 comment
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
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