Google Domains Reviews and Ratings

Rating: 5.6 out of 10

Score

5.6 out of 10

Reviews

24 Reviews

Easy to use and has great integration with Google services

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

February 10, 2021

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Google Domains is a powerful tool being used by our Information Technology team, making the domain registration process a lot easier to our clients. We've been always using it in such a way that the client will have complete autonomy in future updates instead of needing to ask for login credentials.

Pros

User interface very friendly and easy to use
Reliability, this service just works as intended
Excellent domain search tool

Cons

It's not available [in] many countries
Pricing is not great
Support is not great

Likelihood to Recommend

[Google Domains is] very simplistic and easy to use, so it's very straightforward to register a new domain but it doesn't have some features that other services provide. Also, the integration with other Google Services and domain search tool is amazing.

Verified User

Partner in Information Technology (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

7 years of experience

Easy Setup for First-Time Website Builders

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

January 22, 2021

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Google Domains is used to set small business clients up with a custom domain name for their websites.

Pros

Clear pricing structure
Reminder emails about payments and security updates
Setting up custom email based on domain name

Cons

Some competitors will offer better prices for various domains
Doesn't offer as many small extensions as some competitors

Likelihood to Recommend

If the absolute cheapest price or a very custom extension for your domain is a huge priority for you, you might want to look at a competitor. But for easy linking up with any of your other Google services (e.g., Gmail and Google Analytics), top-notch security features, and easy email forwarding setup, Google Domains is a great service for getting a website started.

Verified User

Strategist in Social Media (11-50 employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

The. Best. Registrar.

Rating: 10 out of 10

Incentivized

January 22, 2021

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We use Google Domains for all of our URLs. It is both simple to use and easy to manage. That the registration includes privacy protection addresses an often hidden cost that other registrars sneak in. Seeing all of our myriad domains in one place, clarity around renewing, and the ability to sort by various values is also helpful. And the price is reasonable/competitive with other registrars.

Pros

Includes privacy registration standard
Very simple to manage renewals
Simple to program redirects, CNAME, etc.
Reasonable cost
Confidence in reputation of Google

Cons

For the uninitiated, some more teaching around how to use DNS settings
Make it easier to see a payment plan for each domain

Likelihood to Recommend

After having domain management spread across several registrars, it is such a relief to have everything in one place. And using one clear, simple solution rather than having to figure out a new navigation and approach to different registrars is a relief! That it has a simple to use and understand interface is icing on the cake. I also appreciate how mobile-friendly this app is! Can’t think of another registrar I can say that about. And if you use Google Office for your business, this becomes a no-brainer.

Nancy Chorpenning

Founder and Managing Director in Corporate at C-Suite Advisors, LLC (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

5 years of experience

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Google Domains is very easy to use.

Rating: 10 out of 10

Incentivized

September 24, 2019

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Google Domains is being used across our whole district. It's great getting all of our tech information in one area. Very easy to use and we are able to register our websites using this service. If you need to transfer domains as well Google is able to do that with little stress involved.

Pros

Easy to use for non tech savvy businesses.
Ability to transfer a domain to them is very easy.
Simple GUI

Cons

More expensive.
Google Domains does not have country designated TLD
Google Domains is NOT hosting.

Likelihood to Recommend

Google Domains is very well suited for the person who wants to easily and quickly buy a domain.

Verified User

Technician in Information Technology (501-1000 employees)

Vetted Review

5 years of experience

So Simple to Use

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

September 14, 2019

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I love using Google Domains because Google has gotten it figured out on how to make hard things easy. I am a huge user of all products by Google. Google is a champ at taking something that is hard and making it so easy that anyone can figure it out. Google Domains is no different. Google has created a way to purchase and manage your Domains with ease. I love that Google offers this service to its customers. It is very easy to use and literarally takes seconds to find the domain you want to purchase and complete the checkout process.

Pros

Affordable Pricing: No promo codes are needed.
It's very easy to purchase a domain.
Very easy to maintain your domain once you have purchased it.
User-Friendly.
It's designed so that anyone can use it.

Cons

Some kind of ability to work to obtain domains that are owned by someone else.

Likelihood to Recommend

If you have limited knowledge about how domains work and how to purchase one, then Google Domains is the place to shop. Google Domains is designed by the same company who brought you Gmail and Chrome Web Browser, both products which are amazing. I love Google Domains because it is so easy to purchase a new domain, and it is super easy to maintain your purchased domain. The pricing is very affordable, and you do not have to jump through hoops for a great deal.

JaCoby Marston, CPA

Chief Financial Officer in Finance and Accounting at Shopper Approved (11-50 employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

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Google Domains - for medium size businesses

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

April 19, 2019

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

We are currently using Google Domains for our restaurant group. We have 5 concepts and different managers, webpages, etc for each. Google Domains is seamless, and honestly, we don’t even notice it’s there!! It is perfect for our needs and in general very well liked, used, and gives little technical errors.

Pros

Very smooth technology. No glitches or meltdowns.
Good value for the money- we can attach aliases to existing email accounts minimizing the number of users we have to spend money on hosting.
Great web page hosting - we have never had an issue with hosting, maintenance, etc.
Easy to use administrator interface

Cons

In the infrequent occasions that there is an issue or question that comes up, they could REALLY improve customer support. To be honest, the support is nonexistent and requires you to read through loads of technical FAQs and write in, which is very frustrating. Luckily there are so few issues with it that you really don’t have to worry!

Likelihood to Recommend

For us, Google Domains is a great product. It hosts our sites and emails with LOADS of space. We are a small to medium-sized business that services about 500 clients a day and have a good amount of web traffic. It may not be the best for a very large company as I am not sure how scalable it is.

Suzy Vera, MBA

Corporate Director of Human Resources in Human Resources at Juvia Miami Beach (201-500 employees)

Vetted Review

4 years of experience

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Anyone Can Create a Great Website with Google Domains

Rating: 9 out of 10

Incentivized

February 8, 2019

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

As a side job, I do independent contract work in web design & development for small businesses & musicians. Google Domains has quickly become my top recommendation to clients because it is easy to work with & easy to teach the client how to use in order to make their own updates & customization once my initial work has been completed.

Pros

It is affordable, which makes it great for small businesses, artists, musicians, & other creatives.
It has user friendly tools & integration that allow someone with little to no knowledge of coding to take control of their online presence.
It includes a custom email with your domain, rather than as an upcharge.

Cons

Would love to see more integration with tools like Constant Contact or other email marketing tools.

Likelihood to Recommend

I believe it is well suited for the average small business owner, artists or musician who is looking to create and maintain their own website without the need for specialized coding or design knowledge. It allows anyone to create a professional, robust web presence to support their business quickly and easily.

Lori Scarmardo

Program Administrator - Public Power Pool (P3) at Texas Conference of Urban Counties (1001-5000 employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

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Best Overall Value in Domain Registration When Compared to Alternatives

Rating: 8 out of 10

Incentivized

November 18, 2018

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I've used Google Domains for my consulting company, GeoActive Group, website and associated subdomains. Previously I've used two other domain registration services over the last decade.

Pros

Google Domains' ease-of-use is one of the key benefits when compared to other services that I've used
Google Domains is integrated with complementary services such as Google Sites (which I also use)
Google Domains' registration fee includes contact information security at no additional cost

Cons

Google Domains' first level support is self-help online support. 24/7 online chat support is also available. This support is for 'experienced' users
Making recorded video tutorial available for the various features would be helpful to novice users

Likelihood to Recommend

If you are experienced with Domain Registration services, then Google Domains is an excellent low-cost service provider with the features that most users require. If you utilize other Google services (such as the G-suite), then you will appreciate the common user interface for their SaaS offerings. Users without prior experience with Domain Registration services may find the configuration process too complicated and the support options inadequate for their needs.

David H. Deans

Principal Consultant in Corporate at IBM (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

2 years of experience

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Google Domains: If you use Google already, and you need a URL, you can't go wrong keeping it in the family

Rating: 10 out of 10

Incentivized

September 3, 2018

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use Google Domains for my own professional website, which is hosted elsewhere. I chose Google Domains because of how much they charge for a .com domain per year. I'm sure there are better prices out there, but since I'm already using a few of Google's other products and services, Google Domains is the way for me.

Pros

Google Domains is easy to use, from searching for your URL, to paying for it.
If you already have a Gmail account, you don't need to create a new login to use Google Domains.
$12/year for a .com address isn't a bad price to pay at all.

Cons

The main interface could use an update to bring it in line with the rest of Google's products.
I'd like to see more domain suffixes available.
If Google Domains also offered hosting with Google, that would be cool, too.

Likelihood to Recommend

Do you want your own URL? Do you already use Google's products and services at work and at home? Do you not want to have to think too hard about how to set up and pay for your dream URL? Then Google Domains will be your best friend. You simply can't go wrong, unless you don't want a URL, of course.

Cameron Aubernon

Freelance Writer at Internet Brands (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

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Google Domains Takes The Crown For Domain Registration!

Rating: 10 out of 10

Incentivized

June 20, 2018

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

I use Google Domains as first choice for my clients and myself for many reasons. Most importantly, for GSuite and the many other integrations that are available. It is super clean and easy to understand immediately. There is laser like focus when I am on the platform with no distractions so I get about the business of domain registering, building, and connecting. Transfers from one domain owner to another, in my experience, have been fast as well. There is no guesswork, blind pricing, constant upsells, etc. It is just flat out...domain. I like that.

Pros

Clear Pricing Structure
Clean interface with no distractions
Integrations with other apps

Cons

Google Domains shows you clearly when the domain expires, however, when it is auto-renewed, all you see is a circle of two arrows. I would to either hover and it tell me when it is renewing or have the date and stating Auto Renewal.
It is still in Beta. They could kill the project, which is an uncomfortable thought. I would like them to take it out of Beta.
Email and MX records I have had to get support with several times. It would be great if there was a link right at the bottom or top of the dashboard for a tutorial with the information to put into the records correctly. It would save a lot of time and research.

Likelihood to Recommend

Google Domains is well suited for any company that wants simple pricing with no games and a need to link their professional email same day. This will get it done quickly. Google Domains also makes it incredibly easy to verify your website for Google Search Console and Google Webmasters. Being able to link it to My Business Google account is another great point and verification is obviously faster.

Renea Hanks

Owner in Professional Services at Solid Solutions Today (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

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Google Domains Takes The Crown For Domain Registration!

Rating: 10 out of 10

Incentivized

June 20, 2018

Use Cases and Deployment Scope

Pros

Clear Pricing Structure
Clean interface with no distractions
Integrations with other apps

Cons

Google Domains shows you clearly when the domain expires, however, when it is auto-renewed, all you see is a circle of two arrows. I would to either hover and it tell me when it is renewing or have the date and stating Auto Renewal.
It is still in Beta. They could kill the project, which is an uncomfortable thought. I would like them to take it out of Beta.
Email and MX records I have had to get support with several times. It would be great if there was a link right at the bottom or top of the dashboard for a tutorial with the information to put into the records correctly. It would save a lot of time and research.

Likelihood to Recommend

Renea Hanks

Owner in Professional Services at Solid Solutions Today (1-10 employees)

Vetted Review

3 years of experience

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