Hobo Host Floor Package, $ 1.30/mo. on Linux Shared
Floor Package has been updated on (added ), Aggregate Rating (5.37 out of 10 from 19 reviews)
| 🔌 Hosted domains : | 10 |
|---|---|
| 🆓 free domains : | 0 |
| 📌 Dedicated IPs : | 0 |
| 💳 Payment Methods : | Credit / Debit / Prepaid Cards |
| 🔨 Control Panel : | CPanel |
| 🔧 Category : | BackupWordpressWebsite Builder |
| ✍️ Support Options : | EmailHelp DeskPhone / Toll-Free |
| 🌏 Server Locations : | United States |
| ⚑ Targeting : | US |
| 💰 Money-back guarantee : | 3 days |
See also initial Floor Package plan location on their website!
*📜 Plan description
Entry plan focused on low-cost personal and small business sites. Includes 5 GB NVMe SSD storage, 20 GB monthly traffic, 10 MySQL databases, 10 email addresses, and 10 addon websites/domains. Environment is cPanel with Softaculous and WordPress Toolkit enabled, plus LiteSpeed Web Cache Manager for better performance. PHP versions and extensions are selectable. Backups and backup wizard tools are present, and users get file manager, FTP, and disk usage viewer. Security stack includes free SSL, ModSecurity, Imunify360, two-factor authentication, and KernelCare for rebootless kernel updates. Stated RAM allowance is 1 GB. Promotional pricing shown as about $1.30 per month when paid yearly: hosting package $11.00 per year plus a cPanel license cost of $4.68 per year (promo code: 11CPANELHOST). Renewal is set to the pre-promo amount ($12.00/year) for hosting, with the cPanel license added separately. Servers are located in California, US.
All shared hosting plans run on NVMe SSD and LiteSpeed webserver for faster page delivery, with one-click installs via Softaculous and an optional drag-and-drop site builder. Accounts are managed in cPanel, with selectable PHP versions, WordPress-ready caching, and standard email features. Support is available by ticket, phone, and email, and there is a 3-day money-back window on web hosting purchases. HoboHost emphasizes stable long-term pricing, noting renewals revert to the non-promo base. Features and limits are designed to keep costs low without paying for unused “unlimited” resources.
All shared hosting plans run on NVMe SSD and LiteSpeed webserver for faster page delivery, with one-click installs via Softaculous and an optional drag-and-drop site builder. Accounts are managed in cPanel, with selectable PHP versions, WordPress-ready caching, and standard email features. Support is available by ticket, phone, and email, and there is a 3-day money-back window on web hosting purchases. HoboHost emphasizes stable long-term pricing, noting renewals revert to the non-promo base. Features and limits are designed to keep costs low without paying for unused “unlimited” resources.
📄 Editorial Review
HoboHost Review — Lean Pricing, LiteSpeed Performance, Narrow Refund Window
HoboHost positions itself as a pay-for-what-you-use alternative to "unlimited everything" hosting. Instead of dangling teaser rates and heavy upsells, they lean on steady renewals, bundled essentials, and a LiteSpeed stack aimed squarely at WordPress and other PHP-driven sites.
What Sets Them Apart
HoboHost’s proposition is deliberately frugal: plans are built around the resources customers actually need, renewal prices match the pre-promo plan rates, and two cost traps many hosts rely on—migration fees and SSL add-ons—are removed. The platform runs LiteSpeed Web Server, which they claim is dramatically faster than Apache for static files and up to 50% quicker for PHP processing, a meaningful advantage for WordPress.
Shared & WordPress Hosting
The lineup centers on cPanel-based shared hosting with a WordPress focus. Useful inclusions:
- WordPress Toolkit and Softaculous for quick installs and safer updates.
- A drag-and-drop site builder (hundreds of themes, dozens of widgets) for non-coders.
- PHP version/extension selector to tune compatibility and performance.
- Uncomplicated management via cPanel: backups, cron, DNS editor, FTP controls, Webalizer stats, domain aliases, redirects, and more.
For day-to-day work, that mix covers most needs for blogs, brochure sites, and small shops.
Security & Hardening
Security is treated as a built-in, not an upsell. Plans include Free SSL, Imunify360 malware defense, KernelCare (rebootless kernel updates), ModSecurity, 2FA, brute-force protection, hotlink/leech controls, and LiteSpeed’s cache manager. That’s a strong baseline for shared environments where neighboring tenants can raise risk.
Pricing, Renewals & Money-Back
- No hidden renewal spikes: renewals revert to the plan’s regular price before any promo code (e.g., a $12/yr entry plan renews at $12/yr).
- Refunds: a very short 3-day money-back window on hosting fees after initial purchase; setup fees and domains are non-refundable. Suspensions for policy violations are not eligible.
- Upgrades: pro-rated within the term on request; custom packages available.
The value story is good for bargain hunters, but the refund period is notably tighter than the 30-day norm many competitors advertise.
Acceptable Use & Limitations
HoboHost’s AUP is strict in places. Notable prohibitions include outbound mailing list software (Mailman/PHPlist/majordomo), adult content, HYIP/MLM, warez, proxies, BitTorrent, IRC bots, phishing, and excessive download hosting. Sites monopolizing shared resources can be suspended. Personal (non-reseller) accounts may not resell hosting to third parties.
Infrastructure & Location
Servers are stated to be in California. While that’s clear enough for latency expectations in the western US, HoboHost does not disclose a physical business address, which is a transparency gap some buyers will consider a red flag.
Uptime & Support
HoboHost highlights speed via LiteSpeed and caching but does not publish a formal uptime guarantee. Support is ticket-driven with upgrade and migration assistance; free cPanel-to-cPanel migrations are included, which helps newcomers move in without added cost.
Who It Suits
- Individuals and small businesses who value predictable renewals, free SSL, and a WordPress-friendly stack.
- Beginners who want a low entry price without learning curve shock, thanks to cPanel, one-click apps, and a site builder.
- Cost-sensitive projects that don’t need bulk email, mailing lists, or edge cases restricted by the AUP.
👪 Most Recent Customer Reviews
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-anonymous- (davandyjohnson@g...)
😠 After giving them the credit card information, they asked me to send them a copy of my government approved ID. Never have I ever been asked to send a copy of my ID for "Fraud Prevention".
Most online and cyber security experts agree giving a third party a copy of your government ID over the internet is a huge NO NO.
I cannot trust any company that asks for things that they have no reason, or need to ask for.
Most online and cyber security experts agree giving a third party a copy of your government ID over the internet is a huge NO NO.
I cannot trust any company that asks for things that they have no reason, or need to ask for.
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-anonymous- (brent@b...) / brentbrown.art
😁 I was looking for a less expensive hosting option and thought I'd try a year of HoboHost. I wasn't expecting great performance, but the website and email are faster than my previous more expensive hosting company. It has all the functionality I need.
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-anonymous- (-hidden-) / myrestpoint.com
😠 too bad! automatic charges issued! after contract ended. Had paid upfront for everything. be aware as even when people die their automatic invoiced charges continue! The speed is slow couch in Europe. rude costumer services that would come up with excuses! with hardly any solutions.
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