On price, Hostinger starts lower at $1.99/mo against $2.99/mo for A2 Hosting. Hostinger carries the higher rating overall, at 4.8/5, and Hostinger reports the better tracked uptime at 99.95%. A2 Hosting has been operating longer, since 2001.
If entry price is what decides it, start with Hostinger. If rating and reliability matter more than the sticker price, Hostinger has the edge. Either way, read the full profile before you buy — the trade-offs section on each page covers what the summary numbers leave out.