Comparison · Ekaii Hosting vs IONOS
Ekaii Hosting, the IONOS alternative
IONOS (United Internet group) is a European hosting giant with some of the lowest launch prices on the market. The flip side is well known: much pricier renewals, paid add-ons and heavy upselling. Here is the honest read.
What IONOS does well
Very large scale, European data centers, broad range (web, VPS, cloud, domains, mail), aggressive first-year prices and phone support.
The catch
The teaser price rises sharply at renewal, often with an initial commitment; many options (backups, advanced SSL, IP) are billed extra, and sales outreach is frequent.
Where we win
- Displayed price = renewal price, no commitment or hidden add-on.
- Backups and private analytics included on web plans, not as extras.
- Bitcoin/Lightning/Monero payment and account-less ordering with no upselling.
Head to head
| Ekaii Hosting | IONOS | Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Web Essentiel (2,90 €) | vs | IONOS mutualisé | IONOS slashes year one then renews much higher; our price is stable and includes backups + analytics. |
| VPS Éco (6,90 €) | vs | IONOS VPS (entrée) | Low launch price at IONOS but higher renewal and paid options; we are all-in, commitment-free, with 4 GB RAM. |
Competitor prices captured 2026-07-29. Detail and sources at /comparatifs.
Frequently asked
Why choose Ekaii Hosting over IONOS?
Displayed price = renewal price, no commitment or hidden add-on. Backups and private analytics included on web plans, not as extras. Bitcoin/Lightning/Monero payment and account-less ordering with no upselling.
Is IONOS better in some areas?
Very large scale, European data centers, broad range (web, VPS, cloud, domains, mail), aggressive first-year prices and phone support.
Can I migrate easily?
Yes, migration is included on managed offers and we assist you. No commitment, so you can try risk-free.