Web Hosting Talk : Web Hosting Main Forums : Domain Names : Are all domain providers the same?

[Erik37]

I've always wondered why certain companies are more expensive than others. Like why is a GoDaddy domain considerably more expensive than a Moniker domain?

[SagoDrew]

Erik37,

The core functions of registrars are pretty much the same across the board. The major difference is the company's equipment. DNS servers at the registrar level process many requests, and are dependent on their ISP to propagate the information across the internet.

If your servers or internet provider are lacking, then propagation will take longer. GoDaddy is a pretty large company and have great support and equipment, as well as reliable internet service - they also advertise a lot more than any other registrar I've ever seen -- so they can effectively charge what they want.

Also be wary of user interface - of how easy it is to navigate and configure your DNS records after you've purchased your domain name.

[stub]

GoDaddy are certainly cheaper than Moniker. You need to use a coupon at Godaddy. Actually they are one of the cheaper registrars.

[Tamn]

If you are going to reg domains, I'd suggest you to deal with Domain Name Registrars that have at least several accreditations.

[SiberForum]

I suppose that everything depends on domain name extension. And domain name fee is not just a fee for domain name that is a fee for support and other additional stuff. Which are important as well.

[Erik37]

How do you guys feel about sites like Moniker?

[stub]

Actually I don't like dealing with Oversee.net companies, but sometime I have too. They're a well respected registrar. You have to jump through hoops for support though.