GoDaddy vs. 1and1 vs. Network Solutions

[heel2005]

I need to register 2 or 3 new domains and build some basic web sites with some minimal picture hosting, email capability, etc using the site's tools. I have never done this before.

What is my best best of these 3 providers based on price and customer service?

Do either of them have anything to do with getting more hits on my website (if not, please send me a link to the correct forum or discussion for that).

Thanks for your help!!!

 

[Mark]

I'm not a huge fan of Godaddy or Networksolutions really - But have used them in the past with very few problems if any.

I wouldn't use 1and1 if they were the only Registrar left on the Planet

 

[louddrums]

IF they were the last you couldnt reg anymore names lolol j/k
:hehe:

 

[xman]

I've used GoDaddy they're okay, I never use Networksolutions, and I will definitely stay far away from 1and1.

 

[drago]

I am using godaddy hosting now. I was pretty confused with .php extension (.php5 = PHP 5, .php = PHP 4). But you can change it in .htaccess. Hosting is ok. No problems yet.

 

[Alex]

There are other registrars besides these 3 ones. And a lot of registrars that are better than all of them.

There are:
Moniker (more for domainers with large portfolios)
Dynadot (good customer service and a simple website)
DomainSite
NameCheap

As regards the 3 you've mentioned, 1and1 is horrible, NetSol is expensive and problematic, while Godaddy is cheaper but not the best choice.

Look at registrar reviews section here on namepros to find out what other people think about different registrars.

 

[TheWatcher]

NeedName.com for hosting and domain name management.

 

[tinabpowi]

I've used GoDaddy since before they were big and have not had problems with them. Haven't used Network Solutions. DO NOT use 1 and 1. I've lost domains to them.

 

[SimpleDomaining]

my preferences are Moniker and Domainsite when it comes to domains for reselling purposes. Domains that i buy for my clients for developing i buy from enom.
but if you HAVE to choose only one from your list Networksolutions, GoDaddy or 1and1, than i would go with GoDaddy. reason - it is cheaper than Networksolutions, and it have every tools you need. I would not even consider 1and1 because too much crap is written about them.

 

[shockie]

if i had to choose between the three, i would say godaddy -> netsol -> 1&1.

 

[vatsan]

A lot of people hate 1and1 for the reason that the transfer to another account is a total nightmare. But, if you are going to use the domain name on a website and you arent gonna sell this out for now, I would suggest an easier option to go in for a hosting account with sites like HostGator, HostmOnster, BluieHost, etc and have them hosted. In a way, this works cheap and at 6dollars 1and1 gives you domain privacy and crappy service

PM me if you want more details abt the whole hosting part of it.

 

[dave9713]

ive used both godaddy and 1 & 1 and if your a beginner like i am then you cant beat the customer service they offer. I get replys in 5 minutes to every question i ask and i think they make the process simpler