Domailo vs Hostinger E-mail
Quick answer: Hostinger has the lowest entry price per mailbox, but the promotional price requires a 48-month contract and renewal costs more than double. Domailo charges per organization, with a monthly plan, and focuses on shared mailboxes and team access. For one or two mailboxes at the lowest possible cost, Hostinger wins; for a team that shares addresses, Domailo keeps things better organized.
Side by side
| Criterion | Domailo | Hostinger E-mail |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Per organization: one price for the team, with limits on people, mailboxes and domains | Per mailbox |
| Contract | Monthly plans with no lock-in or annual paid upfront (12 months for the price of 10), with a 30-day trial and card after domain verification | Promotional price with a 48-month contract; more expensive renewal |
| Domains | Several domains in the same account: 1, 3 or 10 depending on the plan | Not stated on the pricing page consulted |
| Shared mailboxes | A mailbox can be linked to several people, each with their own login | Not stated on the pricing page consulted |
| Access | Browser, on desktop and phone; no IMAP/POP or native app for now | Webmail and clients such as Gmail, Outlook and Apple Mail |
| Other apps | Email only | Email only |
How much does it cost for your team?
Monthly estimate considering one mailbox per person, on the entry plan of each service (Starter: $0.39 per mailbox, 48-month contract; renews at US$ 1.59).
| People | Domailo | Hostinger E-mail |
|---|---|---|
| 2 | $5 (Startup) | $0.78 |
| 5 | $9 (Essential) | $1.95 |
| 20 | $19 (Team) | $7.80 |
Other Hostinger E-mail plans
- Standard: $0.99 per mailbox, 48-month contract; renews at US$ 2.79 · 20 GB per mailbox
- Premium: $1.99 per mailbox, 48-month contract; renews at US$ 3.99 · 50 GB per mailbox
When should you choose each one?
Domailo makes more sense if…
- You do not want to be tied to a 48-month contract.
- Several people need to access the same mailboxes, each with their own login.
- You want to control which mailboxes each person sees.
- You want email independent of hosting: renewing or changing the site plan does not touch the mailboxes.
Hostinger E-mail makes more sense if…
- You need one or two mailboxes at the lowest possible price.
- You want to use email in Outlook, Apple Mail or another client.
- A long contract is not a problem.
Strengths and limitations of Hostinger E-mail
Strengths
- The lowest entry price per mailbox among the providers researched.
- Works with Gmail, Outlook and Apple Mail.
- AI features on the Standard and Premium plans.
Limitations for small teams
- The promotional price depends on a 48-month contract; renewal costs more than double.
- The pricing page does not mention shared mailboxes or delegation.
- Billing per mailbox: every new address raises the cost.
What customers report
- On Reclame Aqui (rated “Great”, 8.6 from April to September 2026), the most cited problem in the last three years of complaints is undue charges. (Reclame Aqui)
- A report (2026) from a customer whose plan had expired and who, trying to pay, was locked out by a code sent to their own email, which was down because of the expiry. (Reclame Aqui)
Public reports selected on October 12, 2026, linked to their source. They do not represent every customer and were not verified by Domailo.
How do you switch from Hostinger E-mail to Domailo?
- Create your organization on Domailo and add the domain (the domain registration stays where it is).
- Create the mailboxes with the same addresses you use today and link the people on the team.
- Replace the MX, SPF and DKIM records in the DNS with the ones shown in the Domailo dashboard; from then on, new messages arrive on Domailo.
- Keep the Hostinger E-mail account active for a few days to consult or export the history: Domailo does not import old messages.
Already decided to leave? See the Hostinger E-mail alternative guide.
Frequently asked questions
Why is Hostinger so cheap?
The price of US$ 0.39 per mailbox applies to a 48-month contract. At renewal, Starter goes to US$ 1.59 per mailbox, according to the official page.
Does Domailo have a minimum contract?
No. The monthly plan can be canceled whenever you want, and the cancellation takes effect at the end of the paid period.
What is the difference between a user and a mailbox on Domailo?
A user is a person with a login; a mailbox is an email address. One person can access several mailboxes, and a mailbox can be shared by several people.