Smarthost
SmartHost is a web hosting provider based in HQ: Dublin, Ireland. This profile aggregates public signals about SmartHost, segment classification, location data, plan tiers where published, and verified customer-review data from Google, Trustpilot, and G2. As of 2026, SmartHost has a HRI of 60/100, a developing signal, combining four equally-weighted components: trust (12/25), profile completeness (12/25), data freshness (25/25), and performance (11/25). Customer feedback: 4.8/5 on Google from 27 verified reviews, 4.2/5 on Trustpilot. The listing has not been claimed by the host, so directory data is sourced from public signals only and may not reflect the latest pricing or plan changes. HostList ranks all 28,000+ active providers by HRI, never paid placements, never affiliate-influenced. Use the comparison and similar-host tabs below to evaluate SmartHost against alternatives in the same segment, or visit hostlist.io/hri for the full methodology.
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What Customers Say About SmartHost
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What people are saying
Trustpilot★★★★☆Pretty good to be fair.“Pretty good to be fair.”
Trustpilot★★★★★Great company easy to purchase .ie…“Great company easy to purchase .ie domains and irish hosting!”
Trustpilot★★★★★We recently switched hosting our…“We recently switched hosting our domains to Smarthost. Primarily because their rates were significantly cheaper. But in our short time of dealing with their support team they have been very responsive. They made switching over our domains really easy. Based on our experience we would be happy to recommend their…”
Trustpilot★★★★★Ian gave excellent guidance and was…“Ian gave excellent guidance and was very patient, helping me every step of the way as I am inexperienced in this field. His helpfulness and assistance made the process less stressful and very simple. Great service hugely recommended.”
Trustpilot★★★★★Excellent Customer Service“Delighted to have found an Irish hosting company that provides a decent service while also being cost effective. The customer support I have received from Ian and Graeme has been second to none, for that reason I continue to choose Smarthost for my clients.”
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Frequently Asked Questions About SmartHost
What is SmartHost's HRI?
SmartHost has a HRI™ of 60/100 on HostList.io. HRI is calculated algorithmically from trust signals (Google, Trustpilot, G2 reviews), profile completeness, data freshness, and performance metrics. Providers can improve their score by claiming their profile, keeping data current, and building verified reviews. No host can pay to increase their score.
What type of hosting company is SmartHost?
SmartHost is classified as a dedicated web hosting company on HostList.io. Use the HostMatch™ tool at hostlist.io/match to describe your project requirements and get a ranked recommendation from 28,000+ hosting providers including SmartHost.
Where is SmartHost based?
SmartHost is headquartered in Dublin, Ireland. Hosting companies based in Ireland are listed at hostlist.io/hosting/ireland. Data centre location may differ from company headquarters, check SmartHost's own website for server location details.
How does SmartHost compare to other web hosting companies?
SmartHost can be compared to any other hosting provider using HostList.io's side-by-side comparison tool at hostlist.io/compare. The tool shows both providers' HRI™ breakdowns, sub-scores (Trust, Completeness, Freshness, Performance), and review data side by side. SmartHost has a current HRI of 60/100.
How SmartHost's Score Is Calculated
HRI is calculated algorithmically based on publicly available data. It considers trust signals (reviews, ratings), data completeness, freshness of information, and technical performance. No host can pay to improve their score.
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