cPanel and Plesk are two prevalent web hosting control panels that enable users to manage various aspects of their web hosting environment using an easy graphical user interface.
Each control panel has its own features, advantages, and considerations. Bot panels are user-friendly, and offer automatic application installation, SSL, and TLS configurations but still, there are some differences that are very important to know if you planning to buy a new web hosting option.
The Cost Differences
There are no big cost differences between cPanel and Plesk. Each control panels come with licensing costs that are paid by the hosting provider. Some web hosts may charge an additional fee for cPanel and Plesk but at Sangkrit.net, there is nothing like that, and the cost of both hosting plans are nearly the same.
The Server Compatibility
You don’t have to worry about it if you are hosting your website at Sangkrit.net as all its web hosting plans come with a pre-installed version of cPanel and Plesk, all you have to do is select the hosting option that you are willing to purchase. Elsewhere it is important to choose a control panel that is compatible with your server’s operating system i.e. Linux or Windows. cPanel works on Linux whereas Plesk is compatible with both operating systems but it is mainly popular on Windows Operating System.
The Programming Language Compatibility
While Plesk can often handle popular frameworks built with various programming languages (such as Django for Python), less commonly used or newer frameworks might not have built-in support. It might not immediately support programming languages that are very new or still in experimental stages, as it takes time for new languages to gain widespread adoption and integration. Plesk Windows hosting is perfect for those who use ASP.NET, ASP, or SQL Server.
On the other side, cPanel is not for ASP.NET and .NET technologies. For such languages, you would typically need a Windows-based hosting environment, which is commonly managed using the Plesk control panel or other Windows-specific control panels.
The Application Compatibility
If you’re using a custom or proprietary application or an application that uses proprietary programming language such as ASP or .NET or any language that is not widely recognized or used, cPanel won’t be offering any support for that. cPanel is primarily designed for Linux-based hosting environments and is not natively geared toward supporting Windows-specific technologies like ASP.NET. For ASP and .NET like languages, Windows Plesk is the perfect option.
Please note that the hosting can upgrade over time, so it’s advisable to check with the hosting plans at Sangkrit.net for the most up-to-date information on available technologies and control panel options for your specific needs.
The choice between cPanel and Plesk depends on your specific needs, preferences, and familiarity with each platform. It’s important to note that what may be considered “better” can vary based on individual requirements but you should also know that most programmers especially those who are the masters of prevalent web technologies prefer cPanel over Plesk i.e. Linux over Windows hosting. So finally, cPanel wins, and the system at Sangkrit.net also recommends cPanel-based hosting and servers.