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SmartHost

SmartHost

USUnited States Apache

Analyze the raw performance data, server response times, and technology stack of SmartHost.

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Global
#466
Local
#135
WPTR Score™
31992ms
Grade A+
1/9/2026
1MB Load
12896ms
TTFB
1042ms
Quick Facts
Verified technical data.
Founded
2024
Last Tested
1/9/2026
Server
Apache
Features
SmartHost

SmartHost

Est. 2024
HQ
USA
WPTR Verified Provider

Quality & Security Audit

HSTS (Strict Security)
Brotli Compression
HTTP/3 (QUIC) Protocol

What is SmartHost?

SmartHost is a boutique managed hosting provider that prioritizes service quality over mass-market volume. Unlike giant conglomerates, SmartHost typically offers a 'white-glove' experience with US-based support teams who are actual engineers. They specialize in Managed VPS, WordPress, and shared hosting where performance optimization, security hardening, and proactive monitoring are included as part of the service.

Advantages

Excellent customer support
Hands-off server management
Optimized for speed/security
No bait-and-switch pricing

Disadvantages

Slightly more expensive than generic hosts
Fewer 'unlimited' marketing gimmicks

Performance History

Independent Benchmark History

TTFB Trend

Score Trend

Our Verdict

Based on our independent testing using the WPTR methodology, SmartHost achieved a Real-Load Score of 31992ms (TTFB: 1042ms), placing it at #466 in our global hosting rankings.

Recent Benchmarks

DateServerTTFBScore
January 8, 2026-
2014ms
10
January 8, 2026-
1522ms
31193
January 8, 2026-
951ms
28306
January 8, 2026-
1249ms
31002
January 9, 2026-
1042ms
31992

Key Features

Fully Managed Support
Free Site Migrations
Proactive Monitoring
Daily Backups
US-Based Support Team
Free SSL & Security Shield
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