Check Their Features

A good web host will pack in all their top features as part of the package. Things to look out for include:

Storage and bandwidth
Most quality hosts now come with unlimited storage, but some still have a 5GB limit or less.
Free domain name?
The best web hosts offer a free domain name on registration, at least for the first year.
How many addon domains?
Most web hosts should give you space for up to 25 additional domains, but we’ve seen poor options that only give you one, or even none at all.
How many email addresses can you create?
Some hosts don’t include a single email address in their package.
What control panel do they use?
The control panel user experience can make or break a web host for me. Check if they use cPanel, Vdeck or a customized alternative. Pick the one you feel most comfortable with. (pro tip: if you’re unfamiliar with their control panel, ask for a demo.)
Do they support pre-installed website scripts?
Check if they support WordPress, Drupal, Joomla installation. If you need any specialised features like PHP or ecommerce integration, make sure they support that too.