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WP Engine vs SiteGround

Compare WP Engine and SiteGround to find the best tool for your needs.

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WP Engine

Premium managed WordPress hosting platform with advanced features for serious bloggers and businesses.

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SiteGround

Popular WordPress-recommended hosting provider with speed-focused features and excellent support.

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Quick overview

Pricing

Starting at $22.50/month (billed annually)
Starting at $3.99/month (promotional) with higher renewal rates

Pros & Cons

WP Engine

Pros

  • Excellent WordPress-specific performance optimizations
  • Strong security features and daily backups
  • Staging environments for testing
  • Expert WordPress support

Cons

  • Higher price point than basic hosting
  • Restricts certain plugins that may impact performance
  • Limited email hosting features
  • Can be overkill for small blogs

SiteGround

Pros

  • Official WordPress recommended host
  • Excellent customer support
  • Built-in performance optimization
  • Free SSL and daily backups

Cons

  • Higher renewal prices after initial term
  • Storage limitations on all plans
  • Resource restrictions on lower plans
  • Interface can be overwhelming for beginners
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