Quick Verdict
Choose Hostinger if:
You need beginners or small businesses
Choose Render if:
You need full-stack apps or apis
Feature Comparison
| Feature | Hostinger | Render |
|---|---|---|
| Free tier | ||
| Starting price | $2.99/mo | Custom |
| G2 Rating | 4.5/5 | 4.5/5 |
| API Available |
Pricing Comparison
Monthly Cost by Team Size
* Pricing estimates based on standard paid plans. Actual costs may vary.
Hostinger
Pros
- Very affordable
- Fast loading times
- User-friendly hPanel
- 99.9% uptime guarantee
Cons
- Support can be slow during peak
- No phone support
- Renewal prices higher
Render
Pros
- Heroku alternative
- Simple pricing
- Good free tier
- Easy to use
Cons
- Cold starts on free
- Limited regions
- Fewer features than big clouds