AN Hosting vs. 1&1 vs. AT&T Yahoo! Website Hosting Comparison
AN Hosting Website Hosting
AN Hosting started in 2001 as a small two-man operation in Chicago. The company grew quickly and was acquired by their parent company midPhase in 2005, which collectively operates a network of over 1000 servers. AN Hosting has a long list of awards for excellence in customer service.
Pros
Highly rated customer service, including C|Net and BBB
Large, generous limits on space quotas and transfer rates
30-day money back guarantee
99.9% uptime guarantee
Cons
Limited customizable options available
Basic yet full “one size fits all” package
Conclusion AN Hosting is a good mid-range hosting provider for the individual who knows what they want and does not require much help in their setup. At the same time, the multiple awards for customer service will benefit the new users and ensure a pleasant experience. Their ownership by midPhase Services may lead to changes in terms of service at some point in the future.
1&1 Internet is the largest web site hosting service and one of the fastest growing. With over 47,000 servers worldwide supporting Juniper and Cisco routers, 1&1 Internet provides some of the best performing equipment on the market today. In business since 1988, 1&1 Internet has their global offices in Montabaur, Germany, with offices in several different countries; their U.S. offices are in Chesterbrook, Pennsylvania, just outside of Philadelphia.
Pros
Reliable, stable, multinational corporation
90-day money back guarantee
99.99% uptime guaranteed
Cons
Must purchase six months in advance
Limited time $0 offer requires 12-month commitment
Security, e-commerce options only available with advanced packages
Conclusion 1&1 Internet offers some of the most competitive prices and most advanced features of any web site hosting service. Their size and corporate stability are a good indication of their place in the industry. 1&1 Internet’s range of features and commitment to customer service make them an excellent choice for a novice or an expert.
AT&T® and Yahoo!® Small Business have become icons and industry giants in the telecommunications world. Their breadth of scope, professional expertise, stability and reliability are known globally and stand out from the smaller players in the industry.
Pros
Name-brand reliability, stability and confidence
Unlimited e-mail, disk space and data transfer
Well-designed user-friendly interfaces and tools
Extensive marketing partners available for businesses
Cons
Most expensive hosting plan evaluated
Service in renewable three-month terms only, no other length available
Conclusion The brand recognition for both AT&T® and Yahoo!® speak for themselves. The services are a little more expensive than most but that additional cost also comes with unparalleled reliability, corporate stability and customer service that rivals any other hosting provider. Yahoo!® services and user-friendly interfaces and tools are among the best available.