Compare Web Hosting Prices in Kenya: Value Over Hype

The cheapest headline price is not always the cheapest hosting. Compare the total cost (billing cycle + renewals), speed, backups, SSL, and support before you buy. Nelion Host offers clear plans from Ksh 1,999.00/year with instant M-PESA activation.

How To Compare:

1. List your website needs
2. Check total cost & billing term
3. Confirm renewal pricing
4. Compare features (SSL/backups/email)
5. Choose a plan that can grow

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Original Publication Date: January 2, 2021 (5 years ago)
Last Updated: December 30, 2025 4am UTC (3 days ago)
Compare web hosting prices and features in Kenya

Kenya Hosting Price Comparison: Monthly vs Yearly

Transparent Pricing

Compare billing options clearly | FREE SSL, daily backups, cPanel, migrations and M-PESA payments included

Monthly Yearly

Starter

Ksh 330.00/mo
Ksh 1,999.00/year
Perfect for small businesses & blogs
Ksh 330.00/Month
When billed Monthly
Ksh 170.00/Month
When billed Yearly
  • 30 GB Storage
  • 5 Websites
  • FREE .co.ke Domain [on Yearly Plan]
  • 30 Email Accounts
  • 5 Subdomains
  • 5 MySQL Databases
  • 5 FTP Accounts
  • Unlimited Bandwidth
  • 1-click Installer
  • cPanel & Softaculous (300+ Apps)
  • 99.9% Uptime
  • Daily Backups
  • Free SSL
  • Free Website Migrations
  • Free SitePro Website Builder
  • cPanel Access + (WordPress Toolkit)
  • PHP Versions - From 5.6 to 8.4
  • Python Versions - From 3.10 to 3.13
  • No Terminal/Shell Access/SSH
  • General Support (Live Chat & Ticket)

Professional

Ksh 830.00/mo
Ksh 4,999.00/year
For high-traffic/e-commerce/agencies
Ksh 830.00/Month
When billed Monthly
Ksh 420.00/Month
When billed Yearly
  • 100 GB SSD Storage
  • 20 Websites
  • FREE .co.ke Domain [on Yearly Plan]
  • 1000 Email Accounts
  • 1000 Subdomains
  • Unlimited MySQL Databases
  • Unlimited FTP Accounts
  • Unlimited Bandwidth
  • 1-click Installer
  • cPanel & Softaculous (300+ Apps)
  • 99.9% Uptime
  • Daily Backups
  • Free SSL
  • Free Website Migrations
  • Free SitePro Website Builder
  • LiteSpeed cPanel + WordPress Toolkit
  • PHP Versions - From 5.6 to 8.4
  • Python Versions - From 3.10 to 3.13
  • Terminal / Shell / SSH Access
  • 24/7 Priority (Chat/Ticket/Whatsapp/Calls)

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Checklist for comparing hosting providers in Kenya
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What to Compare When Choosing a Hosting Provider in Kenya

A good comparison is more than storage and a low intro price. The best hosting is the one that stays fast, stays online, and comes with support that actually helps you succeed.

When comparing HostAfrica, Truehost, and other providers, focus on the real decision factors: billing term (monthly vs multi-year), renewal pricing, server performance, backups, support availability, and how quickly you can pay and get activated locally. This page helps you compare those factors clearly.

Total Cost + Renewals

Compare the full cost over time (billing term + renewals), not just the first advertised rate

Speed for SEO

Fast servers reduce bounce rate and improve Google rankings—speed is a real SEO advantage

Support & Setup Help

The best value is a provider who helps with DNS, email, SSL, and migrations when issues happen

Payments + Activation

In Kenya, M-PESA support and fast activation matter—choose the host that gets you online quickly

Why Nelion Host Wins on Real Value

Clear Comparison For Kenyan Buyers

No Confusing Discounts: Simple Plans You Can Trust

Some providers advertise very low monthly prices only when you pay for long terms up-front (e.g., 2–3 years). We keep pricing easy to understand and make sure you know what you’re paying for before checkout.

Nelion Host focuses on what Kenyan businesses care about: fast sites, reliable email, secure backups, and fast help when something breaks. Compare features like SSL, backups, control panel, migration support, and local payments—and you’ll see why our plans are strong value.

Transparent Billing

Know your billing term and total cost. No surprises, no confusing fine print

Local Support Channels

Live chat + WhatsApp + phone support for faster resolutions when you’re stuck

Performance & Uptime

Fast servers and strong uptime keep your site available to customers and search engines

Included Essentials

SSL, backups, migrations and cPanel—features that matter are included, not upsold

 

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Hosting Price Comparison FAQs

Everything You Need To Know

Why do hosting prices in Kenya vary so much?

Pricing depends on billing term, server resources, control panel, support level, backups, and whether features like SSL or migrations are included. Always compare total value—not just the cheapest headline number.

What should I check besides the monthly price?

Check billing term (monthly vs annual vs multi-year), renewal pricing, backups, SSL, email, performance, and support channels. A slightly higher price can be cheaper long-term if renewals are fair and support saves you time.

Is a low price only available if I pay for years in advance?

Sometimes. Many hosts advertise a low ‘monthly’ rate that only applies when you prepay for a long term. Before buying, confirm the exact billing cycle and what you’ll pay at renewal so you don’t get surprised later.

How can I compare hosting for SEO and speed?

Choose a host with fast server response times, reliable uptime, and modern caching/support for WordPress. Speed affects SEO, conversions and bounce rate—so performance is part of your ‘price’ even if it’s not on the invoice.

Can you match or beat another hosting quote?

Yes—share the package details (billing term, features included, and renewal terms) and we’ll help you compare fairly. Our goal is to give you better value and a smooth setup, not just a cheap sticker price.

Still Have Questions? Need Help Choosing a Plan?

Our friendly Kenya-based experts are available 24/7 to help you select the perfect hosting solution for your business. Get instant answers via Live Chat, WhatsApp, Phone or Email!

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Contact Information

Feel free to reach out with any questions about Domain Registration, Web Hosting, Bulk SMS, or Website Design.

Emerald Greens Heights, 4th Floor,
Kilimani, Nairobi, Kenya.

Email:

support@nellionhost.com

Phone:

+254 721 774 238

Address:

Emerald Greens Heights, 4th Floor,

Kindaruma Road, Kilimani, Kiambu, Kenya.

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