Head-to-head · Starbound Server Hosting
AleForge Starbound Server Hosting vs GameTeam.io
AleForge Starbound Server Hosting leads on 0 checks, GameTeam.io on 0, and 3 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 3 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreAleForge Starbound Server Hosting · 8.3/10
- Most featuresAleForge Starbound Server Hosting · 2 of 3
AleForge Starbound Server Hosting scores higher on our rubric for starbound server hosting: 8.3 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #7 and #8.
On file access, AleForge Starbound Server Hosting gives you Ftp/sftp where GameTeam.io offers File manager.
AleForge Starbound Server Hosting is the better fit for large communities needing flexibility. GameTeam.io is the better fit for low-cost customizable servers.
- AleForge Starbound Server Hosting fits best
Large communities needing flexibility
- GameTeam.io fits best
Low-cost customizable servers
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Side by side
| Feature | AleForge Starbound Server Hosting 8.3/10 Visit ↗ | GameTeam.io 8.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.3 | 8.1 |
| Ranking | #7 in Starbound Server Hosting | #8 in Starbound Server Hosting |
| Best for | Large communities needing flexibility | Low-cost customizable servers |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | $0.49/GB usage-based |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Support | Tickets, Live chat, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Solo, Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business |
| Features AleForge Starbound Server Hosting 2/3 · GameTeam.io 1/3 | ||
| Automated backups | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Mod support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Modpack installer | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Specs | ||
| Player slots | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Included RAM | 2 GB | Not checked yet |
| File access | Ftp/sftp | File manager |
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| Our verdict | AleForge Starbound Server Hosting provides dedicated hosting for Starbound players, co-op groups, and larger communities. Its web-based service combines unlimited player slots with configurable RAM, NVMe storage, file manager access,… Read the review → |
GameTeam.io provides hosted Starbound multiplayer servers for players and small gaming groups. Its web-based service combines instant activation, Ryzen 9 CPUs, unlimited listed player slots, game switching, DDoS protection, and server… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
AleForge Starbound Server Hosting — where it wins
- Unlimited player slots across core Standard and Premium plans
- Starbound mod support through file manager and FTP/SFTP
- Offsite backups, one-click restores, and DDoS protection
Where it doesn't
- No free plan is available
- Standard plans list up to 4 GB of RAM
- Starbound mod installation relies on file manager or FTP/SFTP
GameTeam.io — where it wins
- Starts at $0.49 per GB RAM
- Supports Steam Workshop and server-folder mods
- Includes instant activation and DDoS protection
Where it doesn't
- Budget servers include 25 GB NVMe SSD storage
- Automatic backups are specified for Premium servers
- Premium pricing starts at $0.74 per GB RAM
- AleForge Starbound Server Hosting8.3/10 · Paid
A flexible Starbound host for communities that need unlimited slots and resource options.
Visit AleForgeFull verdict → - GameTeam.io8.1/10 · Paid
A low-cost, customizable Starbound host with mods, game switching, and AI management.
Visit GameTeam.ioFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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