When you last looked for a hosting package, what was it which attracted you to the package you have now? The price? The services? The name of the hosting company? A friend?

While each of the above aspects has a part to play, you cannot beat a personal recommendation by someone who has used and continues to use the services of a particular host. If you go for the cheapest price, will you actually get the services you require? If you check out the services first are you getting the best price? and one and on…..

While many people may ignore the various computing magazines which check out and rate each hosting company and hosting service available, they do offer real value for those not fully aware of pricing and how the market works. Imagine the backlash if a computing magazine were to give a biased account of a hosting company? They would never risk losing their customers for an extra few pounds of advertising revenue.

The problem with choosing your hosting company is the fact that there are so many, offering similar services, similar prices and all promising to be the cheapest around and offering the best services. But do you not sometimes need to rise above the cheap end of the market, and look for something a little more reliable? Is price everything?

Unfortunately for those looking for a cheap bargain, price should not be your main leader, you should really consider the services on offer first and whether they are actually what you need – then check the price!