Updated September 2026: Bluehost’s current plans, storage limits and renewal pricing are very different from the version originally reviewed on this page. This review focuses on the current shared/WordPress offer rather than old company-history material.
Bluehost 2026: quick verdict
Best for: beginners and small businesses that want an easy WordPress setup, included domain/SSL features and a mainstream host with managed WordPress conveniences.
Main caution: the attractive first-term price is not the renewal price. Check the renewal rate and included resources before choosing a long billing term.
Current Bluehost shared hosting plans
Bluehost currently lists multiple tiers including Starter, Business, Pro, Premium, Enhanced and Elite. Plan limits and promotional rates depend on term and location.
On the current U.S. pricing page, example 36-month promotional rates are approximately:
- Starter: $3.99/month — renews around $9.99/month
- Business: $6.99/month — renews around $13.99/month
- Pro: $9.99/month — renews around $16.99/month
Bluehost lists additional higher tiers above those prices. Taxes may be extra and pricing can change, so verify checkout before purchasing.
Official reference: Bluehost current pricing.
What is included?
Current Bluehost shared hosting emphasizes WordPress and small-business usability. Depending on plan, features can include:
- NVMe storage
- Free SSL
- Free domain for the first year on qualifying plans
- Site migration tools
- CDN and caching
- Managed WordPress updates
- Global data centers
- AI-powered site creation tools
- Backups and security features that vary by tier
Starter plan
The current Starter tier supports multiple websites rather than the old one-site model found in older Bluehost reviews. Bluehost currently lists 10 websites and 10 GB NVMe storage on Starter, with the plan positioned for smaller sites and blogs.
This is enough for a lightweight portfolio, blog or small company site. It is not the plan I would choose for a heavy ecommerce store or resource-intensive application.
Business plan
Business increases storage and site capacity and includes stronger security features. Bluehost currently positions it for multiple websites and larger traffic needs.
For agencies or people hosting several client sites, compare the total renewal cost with reseller or managed WordPress alternatives before putting everything into one shared account.
What I like about Bluehost
1. Beginner-friendly WordPress setup
Bluehost remains easy for someone launching their first WordPress site. WordPress installation, SSL and site creation tools are integrated into the onboarding process.
2. Modernized infrastructure
The current product now advertises NVMe storage, caching, CDN integration and global data-center options—more relevant buying factors than the old history-focused content this page previously contained.
3. Migration and staging tools
Migration tools, staging and WP-CLI/SSH support on current plans make Bluehost more useful beyond absolute beginners.
What I do not like
1. Renewal rates are materially higher
The first-term price can look inexpensive. The renewal number is the one to use when comparing long-term hosting cost.
2. Plan complexity
With many tiers and different feature combinations, it is easy to buy more than you need. Decide your actual storage, site count and backup/security requirements first.
3. Shared hosting is still shared hosting
Marketing features do not change the fact that entry plans share infrastructure. A large WooCommerce shop, high-traffic publisher or application may need a more powerful platform.
Bluehost for WordPress
For WordPress beginners, Bluehost’s strongest advantages are onboarding, managed updates, migration, SSL, caching and integrated site tools. For experienced users, compare performance and renewal price with SiteGround, Hostinger or a managed WordPress provider before deciding.
Who should choose Bluehost?
- First-time WordPress users
- Small business websites
- Blogs and portfolios
- Users who want integrated setup rather than server management
Who should consider alternatives?
- Large WooCommerce stores
- High-traffic publishers
- Developers who need dedicated resources
- Users highly sensitive to renewal pricing
Final verdict
Bluehost is a much more modern WordPress hosting product in 2026 than the version described by old reviews. It is a sensible beginner/small-business option, but compare the renewal rate and plan limits rather than choosing based on the launch discount alone.