Head-to-head · Windows Web Hosting
SmarterASP.NET vs ASPHostPortal
SmarterASP.NET leads on 0 checks, ASPHostPortal on 1, and 2 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreSmarterASP.NET · 9.2/10
- Lowest starting priceASPHostPortal · $0.99/mo
- Free trialonly SmarterASP.NET
- Most featuresSmarterASP.NET · 1 of 4
SmarterASP.NET scores higher on our rubric for windows web hosting: 9.2 against 8.9 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #4.
ASPHostPortal is cheaper to start at $0.99/mo against $2.95/mo. On control panel, SmarterASP.NET gives you Custom where ASPHostPortal offers Plesk.
SmarterASP.NET is the better fit for developers wanting low-cost .NET hosting. ASPHostPortal is the better fit for low-cost Windows hosting with security features.
- SmarterASP.NET fits best
Developers wanting low-cost .NET hosting
- ASPHostPortal fits best
Low-cost Windows hosting with security features
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Side by side
| Feature | SmarterASP.NET 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | ASPHostPortal 8.9/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.9 |
| Ranking | #2 in Windows Web Hosting | #4 in Windows Web Hosting |
| Best for | Developers wanting low-cost .NET hosting | Low-cost Windows hosting with security features |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $2.95/mo | $0.99/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | 60 days | — |
| Deployment | Cloud, Desktop | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web, Windows | Web, Windows, Linux |
| Features SmarterASP.NET 1/4 · ASPHostPortal 0/4 | ||
| ASP.NET support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Microsoft databases | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Free SSL | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Backups included | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Control panel | Custom | Plesk |
| Storage limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Bandwidth limit | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
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| Our verdict | SmarterASP.NET provides shared hosting for ASP.NET, .NET, Classic ASP, PHP, Node.js, and related applications. It runs on Windows Server 2022 and is aimed at individuals, developers, and small to medium-sized businesses. The service… Read the review → |
ASPHostPortal provides Windows and Linux web hosting for individuals, developers, small businesses, and organizations running Microsoft-stack applications. Its Windows shared hosting includes Windows Server 2022/2025, ASP.NET Core support,… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
SmarterASP.NET — where it wins
- 60-day trial with 5 GB web space and free Let's Encrypt SSL
- Supports MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, and PostgreSQL
- Includes FTP, Web Deploy, GitHub workflows, and one-click installation
Where it doesn't
- The trial and .NET Basic plan each support one website
- Monthly prices are displayed, while payments are accepted quarterly or annually
- Automatic data backup is included on paid plans
ASPHostPortal — where it wins
- Supports Windows Server 2022/2025, ASP.NET Core, and SQL Server
- Includes Plesk, nightly backups, and dedicated application pools
- Offers DDoS response, brute-force detection, and multiple regions
Where it doesn't
- Host Intro supports one website and no SQL Server databases
- The entry configuration includes 1 GB storage and 10 GB bandwidth
- Host Intro pricing is shown for only 1-year and 5-year commitments
- SmarterASP.NET9.2/10 · 60-day trial
Low-cost Windows hosting with a 60-day trial, deployment tools, databases, and email.
Visit SmarterASP.NETFull verdict → - ASPHostPortal8.9/10 · Paid
A low-cost Windows host with strong Microsoft-stack support but limited entry-tier resources.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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