Team Hostings

Our top managed pick is SiteGround — hands-off WordPress with updates, security and backups handled for you. Below are our top five, ranked, with a table, what to look for, and answers to common questions. See our full best WordPress hosting guide or take the 60-second quiz.

What to look for in managed WordPress hosting

The five things that actually matter when the host does the work.

The best managed WordPress hosting, ranked

Chosen on management, performance, support and value.

1Best overallOur score 9.5

SiteGround is our top managed WordPress host. It handles automatic updates, caching, security and daily backups, with staging, free CDN and SSL and the best support team we tested.

  • Automatic updates and caching
  • Managed security and daily backups
  • Staging, free CDN and SSL
  • Award-winning 24/7 support
  • Storage capped on entry plan
  • Renewal prices rise
$3.95/mo 67% off (reg $11.95)
2Best for speedOur score 9.1

A2 Hosting offers managed WordPress on fast LiteSpeed servers, with automatic updates, staging and free migration, ideal if you want managed convenience without sacrificing speed.

  • LiteSpeed managed WordPress
  • Automatic updates and staging
  • Free SSL and migration
  • Anytime money-back guarantee
  • Turbo speed only on higher tiers
  • Plan names can confuse
$3.92/mo 51% off (reg $7.68)
3Best value managedOur score 9.0

DreamHost's DreamPress is genuine managed WordPress at a fair price, with automatic updates, built-in caching, free SSL and a 97-day money-back guarantee.

  • DreamPress managed WordPress
  • Built-in caching and updates
  • Free domain, SSL and privacy
  • 97-day money-back guarantee
  • No 24/7 phone support
  • Custom panel has a learning curve
$2.59/mo 47% off (reg $5.50)
4Best for beginnersOur score 8.8

Bluehost's managed WP tier is officially WordPress.org-recommended and beginner-friendly, with automatic updates, staging, a free domain and 24/7 phone support.

  • WordPress.org-recommended
  • Automatic updates and staging
  • Free domain for year one
  • 24/7 phone and chat support
  • Managed tiers cost more
  • Upsells during checkout
$2.95/mo 64% off (reg $7.99)
5Best cheap managedOur score 8.6

Hostinger brings managed WordPress features, such as auto-updates, caching and a control panel that handles the basics, to a very affordable price for smaller sites.

  • Affordable managed features
  • Automatic updates and caching
  • Free SSL and daily backups
  • Beginner-friendly panel
  • Less hands-on than premium managed
  • Bigger sites need a higher tier
$0.80/mo 90% off (reg $7.99)

Managed WordPress hosting compared

Our top five at a glance.

HostOur scoreFromUptimeAvg. speedFree migrationMoney-back
SiteGround9.5$3.95/mo99.99%514 msYes30-day
A2 Hosting9.1$3.92/mo99.99%622 msYesAnytime
DreamHost9.0$2.59/mo99.95%854 msYes97-day
Bluehost8.8$2.95/mo99.95%578 msYes30-day
Hostinger8.6$0.80/mo99.98%379 msNo30-day

Managed WordPress hosting FAQ

What is managed WordPress hosting?
Managed WordPress hosting handles updates, caching, security and backups for you, on servers optimised for WordPress, so you can focus on your site instead of maintenance.
Do I need managed WordPress hosting?
If you are busy, run a business site, or do not want to handle updates and security yourself, managed hosting is worth it. Hobby and budget sites can use optimised shared hosting.
What is the best managed WordPress host?
SiteGround is our top managed WordPress pick for its automatic updates, caching, security and support. DreamHost's DreamPress is the best value managed option.
How much does managed WordPress hosting cost?
Managed WordPress plans typically start around $3 to $10 per month on an intro term for optimised shared plans, while dedicated managed platforms run higher, around $10 to $30 per month.
Is managed WordPress hosting faster?
Usually yes. Managed hosts include server-level caching, a CDN and WordPress-tuned servers, so sites tend to load faster than on unoptimised shared hosting.
Can I still install my own plugins?
Yes on our picks. Some managed platforms ban a few caching or backup plugins because the host handles those, but you can install the plugins your site needs.