HostStack vs BigRock — side by side
| Feature | HostStack 🇮🇳 | BigRock |
|---|---|---|
| Control panel | cPanel | cPanel |
| Entry price (annual) | ₹149/mo | ₹59–99/mo (promo) |
| Renewal price | Published on plan page | ₹299–499/mo typical |
| Storage | NVMe SSD | SSD (standard plans) |
| Server location | Mumbai Ryzen KVM | India DC |
| WhatsApp support | Yes — IST hours | No |
| GST invoice | Yes — GSTIN | Yes |
| Daily backups | Included on plans | Paid add-on (CodeGuard) |
| Pre-checked add-ons | None | SiteLock, CodeGuard |
| Free migration | Yes — any cPanel host | Not included |
| UPI / PhonePe payment | Yes | Limited |
| VPS / game servers | Yes | Limited |
The BigRock renewal pricing problem
BigRock's introductory prices are among the lowest in India — ₹59–99/mo for the first term. The renewal price after year one is typically ₹299–499/mo, a 3–5× increase. This is legal and disclosed in their terms, but many customers miss it. HostStack publishes renewal pricing on the plan page before checkout.
Before switching to any host, always check: what is the renewal price after the first term?
CodeGuard and SiteLock — BigRock checkout add-ons
BigRock's checkout adds SiteLock (malware scanning) and CodeGuard (backup) as pre-selected options. These add ₹100–300/mo to the invoice. HostStack includes daily automated backups in hosting plans at no extra charge and does not add pre-checked security products.
Verdict — which should you choose?
Frequently asked questions
Is HostStack better than BigRock for Indian companies?
HostStack wins when you need INR billing, GST invoices, UPI checkout, Mumbai POP latency, and WhatsApp support in IST. BigRock may win on global managed services or non-India pricing — confirm on their official site.
Does HostStack have an India datacenter?
Yes. HostStack retail KVM and game workloads run from Mumbai with Singapore and Frankfurt options at checkout.
Can I migrate from BigRock to HostStack?
Yes. Start with the free migration concierge at hoststack.in/migrate/ and follow the KVM checklist for VPS workloads.
Are HostStack prices GST-inclusive?
Listed rupee prices exclude 18% GST unless checkout shows a tax-inclusive promotion. Competitor USD/EUR pricing may add forex fees on Indian cards.
Which support channels does HostStack offer?
WhatsApp for fast coordination (+91 97482 79915), tickets for SLA-trackable history, and public status at hoststack.in/status/.