InMotion Hosting vs. HostGator Shared Hosting

UltraStack Server Configuration

UltraStack is our customized operating system stack optimized for speed and simplicity.

Unlimited NVMe SSD Storage – Up to 20x Faster Performance

InMotion Hosting’s Shared Hosting plans come with unlimited NVMe SSD storage – delivering blazing-fast load times, better reliability, and performance up to 20x faster than traditional HDDs. Whether you’re hosting one site or many, you’ll never have to worry about space or speed.

HostGator? They cap you at 50GB and only offer standard SSDs – no NVMe, no performance edge.

Risk-Free for 90 Days – 3x Longer Than HostGator

We’re confident you’ll love the performance, reliability, and support of InMotion Hosting – so much so that we back it with a full 90-day money-back guarantee, the best in the industry. Try our Shared Hosting completely risk-free. If you’re not satisfied for any reason, get your money back – no hassle, no pressure. That’s three times longer than HostGator’s 30-day guarantee.

Advanced Website Security — Protection That Goes Beyond Scanning

InMotion Hosting’s Shared Hosting includes robust, multi-layered security at no extra cost:

• Free SSL
• Hack & Malware Protection
• DDoS Protection powered by Corero
• Automatic Backups
• Monarx Security ($19.99/mo value) for real-time malware defense

That’s proactive protection — not just detection.

HostGator? They offer basic malware scanning, but don’t say what happens when malware is found. No removal, no clarity, no peace of mind.

Free 1-Click Application Auto-Installer

All InMotion Shared Hosting plans come with our 1-Click Application Installer, Softaculous, free of cost.

Built for Developers

Hosting Plus isn’t just shared hosting – it’s a developer-ready environment designed to get you building faster. With one-click access to the tools and frameworks you rely on, you can spend less time setting up and more time coding. Whether you’re launching an app or managing multiple projects, you’ll have the freedom and flexibility you need.

PHP 8
MySQL & PostgreSQL
Python, Node.JS & Ruby
Git Version Control
SSH Access

Unlimited Bandwidth

Drag-and-Drop Website Builder

InMotion’s shared hosting includes BoldGrid, our free premium WordPress website builder.

Free Dedicated IP – Included with InMotion’s Pro Plan

Get more control, security, and reliability with a free dedicated IP address included in InMotion Hosting’s Pro plan. Ideal for email deliverability, custom applications, and SSL installations — it’s a must-have for serious projects.

HostGator doesn’t offer a dedicated IP at all, not even as a paid upgrade.

Unlimited Websites – Because Your Growth Shouldn’t Be Capped

With most InMotion Hosting plans, you can launch and manage as many websites as you want – no limits, no extra fees. Whether you’re building for clients, running multiple brands, or testing new ideas, you’re free to scale on your terms.

HostGator? They cap you at just 50 websites, even on higher-tier plans. Don’t let artificial limits hold you back.

Free & Unlimited Email Accounts

With InMotion Hosting, you get free professional email hosting with unlimited accounts included in your plan – no hidden fees, no limits. Set up custom email addresses for your team, your business, or your domains at no extra cost.

HostGator? You’ll get a one-month trial, then you’ll have to start paying – and even then, you don’t get unlimited accounts. Why pay more for less?

Free Domain

24/7 Expert Human Tech Support

InMotion Hosting prides itself on 24/7 expert human support and is available via live chat, and support tickets.

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