Locaweb vs KingHost
Quick answer: Locaweb and KingHost both charge per account. For 5 people on the entry plans Start and Email Pro Básico, Locaweb costs R$24.95 a month and KingHost R$19.95. The choice depends on how much the team will grow and whether it needs more than email.
Who each one is for
- Locaweb: Brazilian SMBs that want a local provider and pay yearly.
- KingHost: Small businesses that want a low price with a monthly cycle option.
Side by side
| Criterion | Locaweb | KingHost |
|---|---|---|
| Billing | Per account | Per account |
| Contract | Annual, in advance | Monthly, annual or biennial; renewal at the regular price |
| Domains | On Start, several domains from 100 accounts | Not stated on the pricing page consulted |
| Shared mailboxes | Not stated on the pricing page consulted | Not stated on the pricing page consulted |
| Access | Webmail, mobile version and its own app | Not stated on the pricing page consulted |
| Other apps | Email only | Email only |
How much does it cost for your team?
Locaweb entry plan: Start, R$4.99 per account (annual payment in advance). KingHost entry plan: Email Pro Básico, R$3.99 per account (biennial cycle, R$ 95.76 for 24 months; renews at the regular price). The estimate assumes one mailbox per person; Domailo is shown as a third option, on the smallest plan that fits the team.
| People | Locaweb | KingHost | Domailo |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 | R$9.98 | R$7.98 | $5 (Startup) |
| 5 | R$24.95 | R$19.95 | $9 (Essential) |
| 20 | R$99.80 | R$79.80 | $19 (Team) |
Strengths and limitations of Locaweb
Strengths
- Brazilian company, with support and billing in reais.
- 10, 30 and 50 GB accounts that can be combined.
- Its own app and a mobile version.
Limitations for small teams
- Annual payment in advance.
- On the Start plan, multiple domains only from 100 accounts up.
- The pricing page does not mention shared mailboxes.
What customers report
- RA1000 reputation on Reclame Aqui (8.9 from April to September 2026), with recent reports of email outages without support and of messages landing in spam. (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.
Strengths and limitations of KingHost
Strengths
- Monthly plan available.
- Daily backup and a 30-day money-back guarantee.
- Payment in up to 12 installments.
Limitations for small teams
- The promotional price applies to the biennial cycle; renewal uses the regular price.
- Sending limited to 250 emails per hour per domain and 70 recipients per message.
- The page does not detail shared mailboxes.
What customers report
- RA1000 reputation on Reclame Aqui (9.0 from April to September 2026), with an 11-day average response time. (Reclame Aqui)
- Recent reports of trouble setting up email in Outlook and of renewal prices described as abusive. (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.
What if neither fits?
Locaweb and KingHost charge per person or per mailbox, so the cost grows with the team. Domailo charges per organization, from $5/month, with shared mailboxes, several domains and control over which mailboxes each person can open.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper for 5 people, Locaweb or KingHost?
On the entry plan, with one mailbox per person, Locaweb costs R$24.95 a month and KingHost R$19.95 (prices checked on October 11, 2026, before taxes; some depend on a long contract or a promotional price). As a third option, Domailo costs $9 a month for 5 people, on the Essential plan.
Do Locaweb and KingHost charge per user?
Locaweb: per account. KingHost: per account. Domailo charges per organization: one price for the team, with limits on people, mailboxes and domains.
Can I switch from Locaweb to KingHost without losing my domain?
Yes. The domain stays registered where it is; switching providers means pointing the MX, SPF and DKIM records to the new service. Old messages have to be exported or read in the previous account while it is still active.