1&1 Review
Broad range of affordable servers.
1&1 offers a number of different
types of hosting, including shared Windows and shared Linux hosting.
Their Linux plan are solid and include a number of unique features
that compensate for the higher price tag. These include a set of
standard web forms, a newsletter manager, and a library of dynamically
updating content that you can plug into your site. All pretty cool,
actually.
| Plan Name |
Storage |
Transfer |
Domains |
Price |
Features |
| 1&1; Beginner |
10GB |
300GB |
1 |
$3.99 |
Unix, MySQL, PHP. |
| 1&1 Home |
120GB |
1,200GB |
2 |
$4.99 |
Same as Beginner, plus CPanel with Fantastico (limit of 2 applications), Perl, and Python. |
| 1&1 Business |
250GB |
2,500GB |
3 |
$9.99 |
Same as Home, plus 3 more Fantastico applications, and a form builder. |
| 1&1 Developer |
300GB |
3,000GB |
5 |
$19.99 |
Same as Business, plus 5 more Fantastico applications, and a dedicated SSL certificate. |
1&1's Windows
hosting sports the same ammenities, but with the Microsoft twist.
Instead of MySQL, you get Access. Instead of PHP and Perl, you get
ASP. Interestingly, unlike most other hosts, their Windows and Linux
plans are priced the same, so you can choose the platform you want without penalty.
Another area where 1&1 shines is in dedicated servers. Not only do they offer an excellent range of
servers, but their prices are more than fair. While not the cheapest
in the industry, they are a ways better than some of the older guard who refuse to update their model.
1&1 offers two different types of server plans: root and
managed. The main differences are the price and the level of support.
With root servers, you pay a little less and take on all of the system
administration tasks. With managed, you pay a bit more and save
yourself a lot of headaches. If you feel up to it, the root servers
are a great bargain; for those of us who want to concentrate on our
sites and business, the managed servers are a welcome option.
Regardless of which camp you fall into, you'll get all of 1&1's
goodies: webmail, NetObjects Fusion, a form builder, a database
builder, and all the usual development tools.
1&1 just plain does servers right. If you are ready to move up from shared hosting, their range of servers probably includes a fit for you. Check them out.
What the Reviewers Say
- "If you are looking for straightforward, fast, safe and solid hosting, 1&1 has the best possible packages available." - Web Hosting Jungle
Customer Testimonials
- "Moving to 1&1's Managed Server III has made our business much more efficient. 1&1 gives us our own dedicated server, but we still get the seamless, maintenance-free service of a shared hosting site. Plus, we get all the space we need for our high resolution graphics files and print samples." - Nikki Woodruff (hotcards.com)
- "Choosing 1&1 was the best business decision we ever made. The dedicated server packages offer an industrial-strength solution with every feature we have ever needed. High traffic? No problem! With 1&1 we have a fast, reliable website and no worries!" -- Ross McDonald (petpeoplesplace.com)
What 1&1 Says
1&1 offers a one-stop shop for all your web hosting needs so
you can maximize your full web potential -- without barriers, without
downtime and without reservation. We offer all-inclusive, feature-rich
packages at some of the lowest prices around and with no hidden
costs. You are always guaranteed maximum product quality, security and
reliability coupled with cutting-edge innovations.
- All-Inclusive Plans with No Hidden Charges
- At 1&1, we don't believe you should have to pick and choose
the features you require. So we provide you with everything you need
in one comprehensive package, at one low price. And the price you see
is always the price you'll pay! There are never any hidden charges
with 1&1.
- Free Domain Names
- All 1&1 shared hosting plans include free domains! Depending on the plan you choose, we include up to 5 domain names at no additional cost. (Choose from .com .net .org) Use your included domains however you'd like -- register new domains or transfer existing ones to 1&1.
- 90-Day Money Back Guarantee
- We want to make sure our customers are completely satisfied. If you decide that you are not completely happy, within 90-days from when your initial order was placed, you'll receive your money back -- no questions asked.
- Dedicated SSL Certificate
- This important security feature is included with the Linux and Microsoft Developer shared hosting packages, the Developer eShop and the Managed Servers -- at no additional cost. The certificate can be purchased optionally for all other shared hosting plans and eShops for just $49 per year.
- We're Here to Help!
- Get great tips from our comprehensive online FAQs. New to 1&1? Contact our information line for product details or with any other questions. 1&1 customers have unlimited access to our 24-hour phone and e-mail technical support.
- Premium Software Bundle
- With all 1&1 shared hosting plans, Servers and eShops you'll receive our exclusive software bundle worth $600. It's packed with everything you need to create, publish, promote and optimize a successful online presence. ($6.99 S&H applies)
- Easy-to-use 1&1 Control Panel
- The easy-to-use interface of the 1&1 Control Panel lets you administer all the settings of your 1&1 packages with one login, one password and no hassle! Access your data anywhere there is an internet connection.
- 99.9% Uptime -- Guaranteed
- Connectivity is one of the most important aspects to consider when choosing your web host. At 1&1 you have access to over 15,000 MBit of external connectivity which means that more people can reach and interact with your website, faster.
- State-of-the-art Data Centers
- 1&1 has designed 4 data centers worldwide that meet the security, reliability, speed and safety demands of your website. Whether it's a collection of family photos or a business that is your livelihood, 1&1 knows how vital it is that your website is always available.
We have all witnessed the boom, bust and recent consolidation of the Internet. As a new era of communications starts to dawn, 1&1 has over a decade of experience for you to bank on. We are therefore in precisely the right position to deliver the level of services you need and more importantly -- you deserve. Choose wisely, choose 1&1.