Namecheap’s EasyWP suits one small WordPress site: it costs $38.88 for the first year and becomes cheaper than Bluehost from year four.
Bluehost suits two or more sites, because one Bluehost Starter plan ($3.99 a month for 36 months) covers 10 sites, while each EasyWP plan covers one.
The two products work differently. EasyWP is managed WordPress with its own dashboard and no cPanel. Bluehost is shared hosting built around WordPress, with cPanel reachable from its portal.
This comparison uses each company’s official plan, help, and legal pages, checked on September 25, 2026.
For Namecheap, we focus on EasyWP, its WordPress product, since that’s what most people comparing it with Bluehost are weighing.
The quick verdict: Namecheap EasyWP or Bluehost
EasyWP fits a single hands-off WordPress site, and Bluehost fits anyone running several sites or wanting staging and cPanel.
Choose EasyWP if you’ll run one WordPress site and don’t want to touch server settings. It handles caching, updates, and daily backups for you.
Choose Bluehost if you’ll run several sites, want staging, or might need cPanel or email hosting later. Its entry plan covers 10 sites.
Check the details if you need SSH. EasyWP blocks SSH. Bluehost’s SSH help article says shared accounts can turn SSH on from the portal once the account is verified.
Namecheap EasyWP vs Bluehost at a glance
| EasyWP Starter (Namecheap) | Bluehost Starter | |
|---|---|---|
| First-term price | $3.24/mo, billed yearly ($38.88) | $3.99/mo for 36 months ($143.64) |
| Renewal price | $5.74/mo, billed yearly | $9.99/mo (36-month term), $11.99/mo (12-month term) |
| WordPress sites | 1 | 10 |
| Storage | 10 GB NVMe | 10 GB NVMe |
| Backups | Daily, kept up to 14 days | Weekly |
| Staging | Not listed | Included |
| Control panel | EasyWP dashboard, no cPanel | Bluehost Portal with cPanel access |
| Money-back window | 30 days, plus 24 hours after renewal | 30 days on 12- or 36-month terms |
| Current plans and prices | See EasyWP plans | See Bluehost plans |
Prices confirmed on September 25, 2026.
Two different kinds of WordPress hosting: EasyWP vs Bluehost
EasyWP is managed WordPress hosting with a custom dashboard, while Bluehost is WordPress-focused shared hosting that gives you cPanel.
EasyWP runs on the Namecheap Cloud platform. Caching, WordPress updates, and a firewall are handled for you, so there’s little to configure.
Bluehost gives you the Bluehost Portal, and its cPanel help article shows how to open cPanel from there for files, databases, and email.
Namecheap also sells classic shared hosting. Its Stellar plan costs $1.83 a month billed yearly ($21.96), renews at $55.88 a year, and covers 3 sites, per the shared hosting page.
If you’re unsure which style suits you, the gap between managed and regular WordPress hosting comes down to how much you want to control yourself.
One site vs many: what EasyWP and Bluehost cost
For one site, Bluehost Starter costs $143.64 over three years against $176.64 for EasyWP Starter, but EasyWP pulls ahead in year four and is far cheaper to start.
| Total hosting cost by end of year (1 site) | EasyWP Starter | Bluehost Starter, renewing on 36-month rate | Bluehost Starter, renewing yearly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $38.88 | $143.64 (36 months paid upfront) | $143.64 (36 months paid upfront) |
| Year 3 | $176.64 | $143.64 | $143.64 |
| Year 4 | $245.52 | $263.52 | $287.52 |
| Year 5 | $314.40 | $383.40 | $431.40 |
Prices change often, so check Bluehost’s current prices and EasyWP’s current prices before you buy.
How we did the math: EasyWP Starter costs $3.24 a month for the first year, billed yearly, then $5.74 a month, according to its pricing page.
Bluehost Starter costs $3.99 a month for 36 months on its pricing page.
Its renewal price list sets renewal at $9.99 a month on a 36-month term or $11.99 on a 12-month term.
The 36-month column spreads the cost evenly. In practice, that renewal means paying another $359.64 upfront when year three ends.
EasyWP also needs only $38.88 to start, instead of three years upfront.
Multiple sites flip the math. EasyWP’s FAQ allows one WordPress site per subscription.
Three sites on EasyWP Starter cost $529.92 over three years, against $143.64 on one Bluehost Starter plan.
The wider question of what managed WordPress hosting costs over time shows the same per-site pattern at other hosts.
What the EasyWP and Bluehost entry plans include
Both entry plans include 10 GB of NVMe storage, but Bluehost Starter adds 10 sites, staging, and a first-year domain, while EasyWP Starter adds daily backups.
| Feature | EasyWP Starter | Bluehost Starter |
|---|---|---|
| Visitors | Unlimited | Not stated on the pricing page |
| CDN and SSL | Included | Included |
| Free domain | No (Turbo and Supersonic only) | First year, on 12- or 36-month terms |
| Not on Starter (Turbo and Supersonic include business email for 1 year) | Pro Email 1-month free trial, then $2.99/mo | |
| Uptime commitment | 99.9% | 99.99%, with a single 5% monthly credit if missed |
EasyWP details come from its plan page, pricing page, and FAQ. Bluehost details come from its pricing page.
Bluehost’s free domain applies only to 12- or 36-month terms and must be redeemed within 90 days. Its uptime credit has to be claimed within 30 days.
Bluehost
Server access: EasyWP’s managed limits vs Bluehost’s cPanel
EasyWP trades server access for simplicity, while Bluehost Starter keeps cPanel and covers up to 10 sites.
EasyWP includes several levels of caching, so you don’t need a caching plugin. It also applies WordPress updates and a web application firewall for you.
The trade-off is access. EasyWP’s FAQ says it provides no SSH, cPanel, or Multisite. You get SFTP for files and phpMyAdmin for the database instead.
A few other EasyWP limits are worth knowing:
- One site per subscription: each extra site needs its own plan.
- Emails sent by WordPress: the PHP mail function is limited to 50 emails a day. Busier contact forms and store receipts should use an outside email service.
- Plugins: EasyWP keeps a short list of banned plugins, though most plugins work.
Winner: EasyWP for hands-off simplicity, Bluehost for flexibility.
Backups and staging: EasyWP vs Bluehost
EasyWP backs up daily and keeps 14 days of copies, while Bluehost Starter lists only a weekly backup but adds a staging site.
EasyWP’s backup article describes these as server restoration backups. You can also make your own from the dashboard.
Its EasyWP terms still make you responsible for keeping your own copies.
On Bluehost, staging lets you test updates on a copy before they touch the live site.
Winner: EasyWP for backups, Bluehost for staging.
Support and infrastructure: EasyWP vs Bluehost
Bluehost offers 24/7 chat on every plan and adds phone support from its Business plan, while EasyWP offers 24/7 live chat and tickets but no phone line.
Bluehost’s phone line runs from 7 a.m. to midnight Eastern, according to its pricing page.
Namecheap’s EasyWP plan page points to 24/7 help through live chat and tickets, with no phone number listed.
Bluehost’s platform changed in late 2025. In October 2025, Newfold announced new Bluehost data centers in Frankfurt, Mumbai, São Paulo, Paris, Sydney, London, and Madrid.
That announcement doesn’t say whether customers can choose a location.
In November 2025, Newfold also said Bluehost is moving all customers to Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, with completion expected in 2026.
Namecheap’s EasyWP vs Bluehost page, checked
Namecheap’s own EasyWP vs Bluehost page uses 2019 figures, including a $29.99-a-month Bluehost plan, so it no longer shows what either host charges.
That comparison page says its figures were accurate as of April 3, 2019. It compares EasyWP with a Bluehost WP Pro Build plan.
Bluehost’s current pricing page starts at $3.99 a month for Starter on a 36-month term.
Refunds: EasyWP vs Bluehost
EasyWP and Bluehost both refund within 30 days, but EasyWP adds a 24-hour window after each renewal, while Bluehost limits renewal refunds to its 15-day prebill window.
EasyWP’s terms of service exclude free trials, domain fees, SSL, and add-ons from refunds.
Bluehost’s refund policy covers new sign-ups on 12- or 36-month terms. Monthly terms aren’t covered.
Bluehost also deducts a domain fee if your plan included a free domain.
Winner: EasyWP, narrowly, for a simpler refund window after each renewal.
Namecheap EasyWP vs Bluehost winners by category
EasyWP wins on single-site cost, upfront price, backups, and refunds, while Bluehost wins on multi-site value, staging, server access, domains, uptime terms, and phone support.
| Category | Winner | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Cost for one site over 4+ years | EasyWP | $245.52 vs $263.52 by year four |
| Cost for several sites | Bluehost | 10 sites on one plan vs one site per EasyWP plan |
| Upfront cost | EasyWP | $38.88 for the first year vs $143.64 for three years |
| Backups | EasyWP | Daily, kept 14 days, vs weekly |
| Staging | Bluehost | Included on Starter |
| Server access | Bluehost | cPanel access vs a locked-down dashboard |
| Free domain on the entry plan | Bluehost | First year free vs none on EasyWP Starter |
| Uptime commitment | Bluehost | 99.99% vs 99.9% |
| Refunds | EasyWP | 24-hour window after each renewal |
Our pick: EasyWP for a single, simple WordPress site you want to set and forget. Bluehost for anyone running more than one site, or who wants staging and cPanel.
Should you choose Namecheap EasyWP or Bluehost?
EasyWP fits one personal site, and Bluehost fits small businesses with more than one site or a need for staging.
A personal blog or portfolio, and only one site: EasyWP Starter. It’s cheap to start, and daily backups and caching come handled.
A small business with a site and a separate landing page or shop: Bluehost Starter or Business. One plan covers them all, with staging for safe updates.
A beginner who wants a domain and email in one place: EasyWP Turbo includes a free domain and business email for a year.
Bluehost Starter includes a free domain but only a one-month email trial.
The Hostinger vs Namecheap comparison goes further into buying domains and hosting together.
A developer who wants SSH or custom server settings: skip EasyWP. Check Bluehost’s plan details, or look at our picks for managed WordPress hosting.
The Namecheap review and the Bluehost review cover each company in more depth. Broader questions live in our managed WordPress section.
Ready to check prices? Visit Bluehost or visit EasyWP to see today’s plans before you buy.
Frequently asked questions
Is Namecheap EasyWP better than Bluehost?
For one simple site, often yes: EasyWP costs $245.52 by year four against Bluehost’s $263.52. For several sites or more control, Bluehost is the better pick.
How many sites can I host on EasyWP vs Bluehost?
One per EasyWP subscription. A single Bluehost Starter plan holds up to 10.
Does EasyWP or Bluehost include cPanel?
Only Bluehost does, through the Bluehost Portal. EasyWP swaps cPanel for its own dashboard, with SFTP and phpMyAdmin.
Is Bluehost cheaper than Namecheap EasyWP?
Yes for three years or several sites: Bluehost’s $143.64 covers 10 sites for three years, while one EasyWP site costs $176.64. EasyWP costs less for one site from year four.
Which backs up more often, EasyWP or Bluehost?
EasyWP, with daily copies kept up to 14 days. Bluehost Starter lists weekly backups.
Can I get a refund from EasyWP or Bluehost?
Yes, within 30 days at both. Bluehost excludes monthly terms, and EasyWP also refunds within 24 hours of a renewal.
How we compared Bluehost and Namecheap
This comparison uses official sources only. For Namecheap: the EasyWP plan page, pricing page, FAQ, backup article, terms of service, 2019 comparison page, and shared hosting page.
For Bluehost: the pricing page, renewal price list, refund policy, cPanel and SSH help articles, plus Newfold Digital’s two 2025 announcements.
All details were checked on September 25, 2026.
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