Hosting prices in Kenya vary a lot depending on what you actually need — and unfortunately, "cheap" hosting isn't always cheap once you factor in downtime, slow speeds, or poor support. Here's a realistic picture of what to expect at each tier.
Shared & WordPress Hosting
Shared hosting is the entry point, typically starting from a few hundred shillings a month for a basic plan with enough storage and bandwidth for a small business site. WordPress hosting is priced similarly but optimised specifically for running WordPress fast.
Cloud & eCommerce Hosting
If you're running an online store or need more consistent performance under traffic spikes, cloud hosting and eCommerce hosting sit a tier up in price, reflecting the extra resources and M-Pesa-ready checkout support built in.
VPS, Dedicated & Reseller
VPS hosting costs more than shared hosting because you're getting guaranteed, isolated resources rather than a shared pool. Dedicated servers are the most expensive tier, since you're paying for an entire physical machine. If you want to host multiple client sites and sell hosting yourself, reseller hosting is priced to let you build your own margin on top.
What Affects the Price
- Storage and bandwidth allocation
- Whether a free domain or SSL is included
- Server performance tier (standard vs LiteSpeed-accelerated)
- Support level and backup frequency
Don't Forget the Domain
On top of hosting, you'll need a domain name — a .co.ke domain is the standard choice for Kenyan businesses. Many hosting plans include a free domain with hosting, which is worth checking before you buy the two separately.
Getting an Accurate Quote
The best way to know exactly what you'll pay is to check our live hosting plans, which show real current pricing — not estimates.