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ltHostensvsLimestone NetworksUS

Head-to-head hosting performance comparison based on real test data

Test Date: 1/11/2026

Hostens
WPTR Score4737 ms
Rank#766
TTFB4346ms
Time to 1MB163ms
Score4737
LCP4746ms
FCP4546ms
Limestone Networks

Limestone Networks

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WPTR ScoreWinner3830 ms
Rank#705
TTFB1075ms
Time to 1MB1148ms
Score3830
LCP1475ms
FCP1275ms

Our Verdict

Limestone Networks wins with 1075ms TTFB (vs Hostens's 4346ms)

TTFB Comparison Over Time

Understanding the Metrics

WPTR Score: WPTR Real-Load Score: (Time to 1MB x 2.4) + TTFB. Raw server & network performance (Lower is better).
TTFB: Time to First Byte - How fast the server responds
Time to 1MB: Time to 1MB - Time taken to download 1MB of data (lower is better)
LCP: Largest Contentful Paint - When main content loads
FCP: First Contentful Paint - When first content appears
Score: Overall performance score (0-100)

A Note on Hosting Selection

While TTFB and performance metrics are important indicators, choosing the right hosting provider involves many other factors: security measures, customer support quality, uptime guarantees, scalability options, and pricing structure. Academic research emphasizes that a balanced approach considering all these aspects leads to better long-term outcomes.

Chizhov, A., & Fesenko, A. (2025). Web hosting companies' client solutions: A study of a strategic standpoint. Corporate & Business Strategy Review. doi.org/10.22495/cbsrv6i1art14

Data in this comparison is obtained through independent tests using our TTFB Checker tool.