Monthly vs yearly hosting: which billing period costs less?
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Yearly hosting costs less per month than monthly hosting. With a yearly plan you pay the whole period upfront. With a monthly plan you pay more each month and can stop at any time.
How much does monthly hosting cost against yearly hosting?
The Hostinger Premium plan costs $11.99 for 1 month and $38.30 for 12 months. Per month that is $11.99 against $3.19. We read these prices in the cart on 12 October 2026.
| Period | Per month | Pay today | Coupon code works | Free domain |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 month | $11.99 | $11.99 | No | No |
| 12 months | $3.19 | $38.30 | Yes | Yes |
| 24 months | $2.79 | $67.01 | Yes | Yes |
| 48 months | $2.39 | $114.82 | Yes | Yes |
How much more does monthly billing cost over a year?
Twelve monthly payments cost $143.88. The 12-month plan costs $38.30 for the same year. Monthly billing costs $105.58 more.
When does a yearly plan become the lower-cost choice?
From month 4. 4 monthly payments cost $47.96, which is more than the $38.30 for a full 12 months. A website you plan to keep for 4 months or longer costs less on the yearly plan.
What do I lose on a monthly plan?
- The coupon code. The cart did not accept a code on the 1-month period.
- The free domain. The cart offered it on periods of 12 months or longer only.
- The lower price per month.
When is monthly billing the better choice?
Monthly billing is better for a website you need for less than 4 months, such as a short test or a one-time event. You pay more per month, but you do not pay for months you will not use.
Is a longer period than a year lower in price again?
Yes. The Premium plan costs $2.39 a month on the 48-month period, against $3.19 on the 12-month period. The Hostinger pricing page has each period of each plan.