Let’s be honest. – Hosting isn’t the most interesting topic in the world. But it gets your full attention when your site crashes during a product launch or when your agency wastes hours each week chasing bugs and fixing slow load times.
That’s why I want to talk to you about Cloudways.
Over the past decade, I’ve used a lot of hosts. Shared plans, managed WordPress services, and even a few old-school cPanel setups. Some were easy but slow. Others were fast but too technical. A few had solid support but charged extra for everything.
Then I found Cloudways.
After almost three years of using it across personal projects, client sites, and an ecommerce build, I can confidently say this: Cloudways strikes the right balance between performance, control, and simplicity. And in 2025, it’s only gotten better.
Now let’s go through what separates Cloudways from other hosts and why it’s the best managed host in 2025.
What Exactly Is Cloudways?
Cloudways is a managed cloud hosting platform. But that’s just a fancy way of saying it makes powerful cloud infrastructure easy to use.
You pick a cloud provider from DigitalOcean, AWS, Google Cloud, Vultr, or Linode. Cloudways sets it up, keeps it updated, adds security, and gives you a user-friendly dashboard to manage everything.
It’s NOT shared hosting. You’re not packed onto a server with 300 other websites. You get dedicated resources without needing to be a server expert.
Let’s Talk Performance First
Speed matters. It affects SEO, user experience, and conversions. A fast site performs better in every way.
Cloudways doesn’t just offer decent speed. It delivers serious performance.
You get:
- SSD-based storage
- NGINX and Apache (your choice)
- Built-in Redis and Varnish caching
- PHP 8.2 support
- Cloudflare Enterprise (yes, enterprise) integration
- Free CDN
Example: I moved a WordPress site for a local fitness coach from Bluehost to Cloudways. Same theme, same content. Load time dropped from 3.2 seconds to 1.4. The coach didn’t know what changed; only that leads doubled the next week.
Another client running WooCommerce had checkout pages freeze during big sales. We moved them to a 4GB DigitalOcean server on Cloudways. With Redis and Cloudflare in place, the site handled over 250 concurrent users with no issues.
Cloudways delivers real-world speed that clients actually notice.
Ease of Use: Clean, Not Cuddly
Now, I won’t sugarcoat it. Cloudways isn’t built to be a beginner-friendly platform from the start. It’s not Wix or Squarespace, where everything is candy-colored and drag-and-drop.
But it’s clean. It’s smart. And after 10 or 15 minutes of exploring, it actually feels easier than most traditional panels.
You can:
- Launch servers and applications in clicks
- Clone entire websites or servers
- Roll back to backups
- Set up staging environments
- Adjust PHP settings
- Scale your server vertically with one slider
The layout is simple, the menus are clear, and everything responds quickly. There’s no clutter, no confusing labels, and no outdated design like you’ll find in old-school control panels.
Real story: One of my clients is a designer with no development experience. I walked her through the Cloudways dashboard once. Two weeks later, she launched her second site on her own. Her words: “It feels like I’m driving a car where everything is labeled right.”
What’s New in 2025: Game-Changing Add-ons
Cloudways hasn’t stood still. Over the past year, they’ve rolled out some powerful features that make a real difference.
1. Cloudways Copilot (AI Monitoring Assistant)
This one’s a standout. Copilot monitors your server and application performance in real time. It doesn’t just send alerts, it explains what’s happening and offers plain-language suggestions.
You may think of it as a smart assistant that taps you on the shoulder and says:
“Traffic is spiking. Want to scale your server for the next 24 hours?”
or
“Database response time is slower today. Here’s what to check.”
No more guessing. Copilot does the thinking. You stay in control.
2. Client Billing
If you manage sites for clients, then Client Billing is what you need. You can now bill clients directly through Cloudways. Add your branding, set your margin, and send automated invoices.
No more chasing payments. No spreadsheets.
Just clean, professional billing that helps you grow without turning into your own accountant.
3. Malware Protection (Imunify360 Integration)
Security matters, especially with WordPress. In 2025, Cloudways integrated Imunify360 for real-time malware scanning, proactive defense, and auto-cleaning of infected files.
No need for five different plugins. It all runs quietly in the background. You’ll get alerts if something goes wrong, but otherwise, you won’t even notice it.
And that’s exactly how good security should feel.
24/7/365 Support: There When You Need Them
Cloudways offers 24/7 live chat support. I’ve used it many times over the years and have never waited more than five minutes for a response.
Their support team is technical but easy to talk to. They’ve walked me through caching issues, staging errors, and plugin conflicts. They even helped me debug a broken cron job once. Most hosts wouldn’t go that far.
You can upgrade to Advanced or Premium Support for extra help, but in my experience, the standard support is more than enough for most users.
Pricing & Plans: Simple and Fair
Here’s what I love. There’s no bait and switch with Cloudways.
You pay for the server specs you choose. That’s it.
No traffic caps. No renewal surprises. No upsells for backups or staging.
Who Should Use Cloudways?
Cloudways works best for:
- Developers and freelancers
- Agencies with multiple client sites
- WooCommerce stores
- Bloggers with growing traffic
- SaaS builders and custom PHP apps
- Anyone who wants power and clarity, not clutter
It might not be the best for total beginners who need a drag-and-drop site builder. But for anyone ready to move past shared hosting or who needs a reliable home for WordPress, it’s the sweet spot.
Final Verdict: Is Cloudways Worth It in 2025?
Yes. Absolutely yes.
It’s fast. It’s smart. It keeps getting better.
With Copilot keeping an eye on your performance, client billing saving your time, and malware protection giving you peace of mind, Cloudways is more than hosting. It’s a platform that helps you build, scale, and grow without getting in your way.
You get power without the pain. And the price? Still unbeatable.
If you’re tired of chasing speed, flexibility, or fairness, stop chasing. Just try Cloudways.