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Best Hosting for Blogs

The right host keeps your blog fast, reliable and easy to run so you can focus on writing. Below we rank the best blog hosting on speed, reliability and value. Prefer a quick answer? Take the quiz or compare hosts side by side.

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Our top pick for bloggers is SiteGround — fast, reliable and easy to run. Below are our top five, ranked, with a side-by-side table, what to look for, and answers to common questions. You can also see our best WordPress hosting or take the 60-second quiz.

What to look for in blog hosting

The five things that actually matter for a blog.

The best blog hosting, ranked

Chosen on speed, reliability, ease of use and value for writers.

1Best overallOur score 9.5

SiteGround is our top blog pick. It runs WordPress beautifully with fast servers, free CDN and SSL, daily backups and managed updates, so you can focus on writing rather than maintenance.

  • Fast servers and free CDN
  • WordPress auto-updates
  • Free SSL and daily backups
  • Award-winning 24/7 support
  • Storage capped on entry plan
  • Renewal prices rise after year one
$3.95/mo 67% off (reg $11.95)
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2Best cheapOur score 9.4

Hostinger is the best value for a blog. For under a dollar a month you still get fast response times, free SSL, daily backups and an easy panel, ideal for a new or hobby blog.

  • Market-leading low price
  • Fast server response times
  • Free SSL and daily backups
  • Beginner-friendly hPanel
  • Best price needs a long term
  • No free migration on entry plan
$0.80/mo 90% off (reg $7.99)
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3Best for speedOur score 9.2

A2 Hosting keeps a growing blog quick with LiteSpeed Turbo caching, free SSL and free migration, plus unlimited storage so a media-heavy blog never runs out of room.

  • LiteSpeed Turbo caching
  • Free and fast migration
  • Unlimited storage
  • Anytime money-back guarantee
  • Turbo speed only on higher tiers
  • Plan names can confuse
$3.92/mo 51% off (reg $7.68)
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4Best for new bloggersOur score 9.1

Bluehost is officially recommended by WordPress.org and makes starting a blog effortless, with one-click install, a free domain and 24/7 phone and chat support.

  • Officially WordPress.org-recommended
  • 1-click WordPress install
  • Free domain for year one
  • 24/7 phone and chat support
  • Upsells during checkout
  • Slower than our top picks
$2.95/mo 64% off (reg $7.99)
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5Best for writersOur score 8.3

DreamHost suits privacy-minded writers, with unlimited traffic, free SSL and privacy and a 97-day money-back guarantee, plus a clean dashboard built around content.

  • Unlimited traffic
  • 97-day money-back guarantee
  • Free domain, SSL and privacy
  • Clean, writer-focused dashboard
  • No 24/7 phone support
  • Custom panel has a learning curve
$2.59/mo 47% off (reg $5.50)
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Blog hosting compared

Our top five at a glance.

HostOur scoreFromUptimeAvg. speedFree migrationMoney-back
SiteGround9.5$3.95/mo99.99%514 msYes30-day
Hostinger9.4$0.80/mo99.98%379 msNo30-day
A2 Hosting9.2$3.92/mo99.99%622 msYesAnytime
Bluehost9.1$2.95/mo99.95%578 msYes30-day
DreamHost8.3$2.59/mo99.95%854 msYes97-day

Blog hosting FAQ

What is the best hosting for a blog?
For most blogs we recommend SiteGround for its speed, reliability and WordPress features. Hostinger is the best value, while Bluehost is the easiest way for a new blogger to start.
How much does blog hosting cost?
Good blog hosting starts from under $1 to around $4 per month on an introductory term, rising at renewal. A custom domain adds roughly $10 to $15 per year.
Do I need WordPress to start a blog?
No, but WordPress powers most blogs and all our top picks support a one-click install. It is free, flexible and has themes and plugins for any kind of blog.
Can I move my existing blog for free?
Most of our picks include free migration, including SiteGround, A2 Hosting, Bluehost and DreamHost, so you can switch your blog without downtime.
Is cheap blog hosting any good?
Yes if you choose well. Hostinger shows you can get fast, reliable blog hosting cheaply. Just check that SSL, backups and support are included and the renewal price is fair.
How much storage does a blog need?
A text blog needs little, but images and video add up. Most entry plans offer 10GB or more, and A2 Hosting and DreamHost offer unlimited storage for media-heavy blogs.