Introduction
xCloud is approximately 40% cheaper and faster than Cloudways. While Cloudways lets you spin up servers instantly, xCloud’s self-hosted approach on Vultr High Frequency delivers better value and performance.
Key Benefits of xCloud
- About 40% lower hosting costs with retail-priced Vultr servers
- OpenLiteSpeed support for dynamic and high-traffic sites
- Full access to all 32 Vultr data centers
- $300 in free Vultr credits to offset server fees
- Lightweight control panel with built-in Redis and caching
- Flexible CDN integrations via QUIC.cloud or Cloudflare
Getting Started with xCloud
1. Launch a Vultr High Frequency Server
Sign up for Vultr, enable the API, then add your API key in the xCloud dashboard to provision a server at Vultr’s listed prices.
2. Migrate Your WordPress Site
Use xCloud’s free migration tool to transfer up to 10 sites. Install their plugin, paste the authentication token, and follow the guided steps.
3. Explore the xCloud Dashboard
Configure backups, CDN, monitoring, email providers, 7G firewall, cron jobs, blueprints, and go-live staging whenever you’re ready.
Potential Drawbacks
Self-managed hosting means you rely on documentation and community support rather than 24/7 managed assistance.
Conclusion
If you’re looking to cut costs and improve speed compared to Cloudways, xCloud’s combination of Vultr High Frequency, OpenLiteSpeed, and a streamlined control panel makes it a compelling choice.