DreamHost vs Bluehost
Our pick: DreamHost
DreamHost includes daily backups, 25 sites and a 100% uptime guarantee on its entry plan, with fewer upsells. Bluehost is a little easier for absolute beginners.
Updated October 2026.
Side by side
| DreamHost Visit site | Bluehost Visit site | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 7.7/10 | 7.5/10 |
| Speed and uptime | 7.6 | 7.0 |
| Support | 7.0 | 7.3 |
| Value | 8.6 | 7.8 |
| Features and security | 7.8 | 7.5 |
| Ease of use | 7.8 | 8.8 |
| Starting price | $2.89/mo | $3.99/mo |
| Renewal | Renews at $10.99/mo | Renews at $9.99/mo |
| Entry plan | Launch · 25 sites, 25 GB storage | Starter · 10 sites, 10 GB storage |
| Money-back | 30 days | 30 days |
| Support | 24/7 chat, 24/7 tickets | 24/7 chat, Phone on Business and up |
| Best for | Bloggers and small sites that want low prices and flexible terms without heavy upsells | First-time site owners who want a cheap WordPress start with everything in one bundle |
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Highlighted cells show the higher score in each row.
Winner by category
| Speed and uptime | DreamHost |
|---|---|
| Support | Bluehost |
| Price in year one | DreamHost |
| Price over three years | Bluehost |
| Features and security | DreamHost |
| Ease of use | Bluehost |
Which one should you choose?
Why pick DreamHost
Best for: Bloggers and small sites that want low prices and flexible terms without heavy upsells
- 100% uptime guarantee with credits
- 25 sites and 25 GB on the entry plan
- Daily backups even on the cheapest plan
Why pick Bluehost
Best for: First-time site owners who want a cheap WordPress start with everything in one bundle
- Low intro price with a free domain
- 10 sites even on the entry plan
- Very easy WordPress setup
Questions people ask
Is DreamHost or Bluehost better?
DreamHost is the better pick for most people. DreamHost includes daily backups, 25 sites and a 100% uptime guarantee on its entry plan, with fewer upsells. Bluehost is a little easier for absolute beginners.
Which is cheaper, DreamHost or Bluehost?
DreamHost starts lower, at $2.89/mo versus $3.99/mo for Bluehost. But at renewal Bluehost works out cheaper, so compare the renewal prices too. Prices checked October 2026.
Which is faster?
DreamHost scores higher for speed and uptime (7.6 vs 7.0).
Which has better support?
Bluehost scores higher for support (7.3 vs 7.0). Bluehost offers 24/7 chat on every plan. Phone support starts on the Business plan.