.co vs .io

[LH1]

Is there a particular hierarchy or rationale for choosing a .co extension over a .io if both are available (and .com is unavailable) for a given domain? Please advise. Thanks.

 

[jmcc]

Target markets. The .IO seems to be favoured by tech startups. The .CO is still a ccTLD and if the .COM is taken, it is almost certain that the .CO will lose traffic to the .COM if it has a website.

Regards...jmcc

 

[Sweet.Domains]

.co is cheaper, especially for the first year reg, usually only a few dollars. io can run up to $40 or more at some places. Both seem to be in the same realm of acceptability.

 

[Chieff]

.io mostly used by tech, web companies
.co used by new startups

go with .co and grab .io as backup if you are interested

 

[enterscope]

Co is good for company brands, single words especially. IO is best for tech brands.

For example:

Tile.co for a Tile Company
Byte.io for a software company.