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Head-to-head · Squad Server Hosting

Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting vs Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting

  • Updated Oct 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 7 checks side by side
Higher score Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting #3 in Squad Server Hosting 9.2/10 Paid ✓ 5 of 6 features Visit site
Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting #9 in Squad Server Hosting 8.4/10 Paid ✓ 5 of 6 features Visit Shockbyte

Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting leads on 0 checks, Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting on 0, and 7 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 7 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

  • Highest scoreCitadel Servers Squad Game Hosting · 9.2/10

Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting scores higher on our rubric for squad server hosting: 9.2 against 8.4 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #9.

Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting is the better fit for affordable, feature-rich Squad server hosting. Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting is the better fit for straightforward hosting for Squad communities.

  • Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting fits best

    Affordable, feature-rich Squad server hosting

  • Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting fits best

    Straightforward hosting for Squad communities

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Side by side

Feature Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting 9.2/10 Visit ↗ Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting 8.4/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 9.2 8.4
Ranking #3 in Squad Server Hosting #9 in Squad Server Hosting
Best for Affordable, feature-rich Squad server hosting Straightforward hosting for Squad communities
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price $0.43/unit/mo —
Free plan Not checked yet —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud, Browser extension Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Tickets, Docs · 24/7 Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7
Integrations 300+ integrations 1 integrations
Built for Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market
Features Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting 5/6 · Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting 5/6
Maps and mods ✓ ✓
RCON access Not checked yet ✓ (best)
Server rule controls ✓ ✓
Scheduled restarts ✓ (best) Not checked yet
Server backups ✓ ✓
DDoS protection ✓ ✓
Specs
Maximum player slots Not checked yet 15 slots
Our review
Pros
  • Steam Workshop and manual mod uploads
  • Backups, restoration, scheduled restarts, and monitoring
  • DDoS mitigation with FTP and configurable server controls
  • Supports 15-player and 40+ player server plans
  • Installs Steam Workshop mods and collections
  • Includes backups, DDoS protection, and 24/7 support
Cons
  • The offering centers on one listed hosting plan
  • Monthly pricing varies with the number of slots
  • Management is provided through a web-based panel
  • No free plan is available
  • Advanced configuration documentation targets the old control panel
  • Larger communities may need to assess the 40+ player tier's fit
Our verdict

Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting provides managed Squad servers for communities, clans, and administrators. Its web-based game panel combines instant server setup with configurable server settings, FTP access, Steam Workshop support,…

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Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting provides managed game servers for Squad players, communities, and administrators. Its plans are organized around capacity and RAM: Squad Leader supports 15 players with 3GB RAM, while Commander supports 40+…

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  1. Citadel Servers Squad Game HostingSquad Server Hosting 9.2Paid
  2. Shockbyte Squad Server HostingSquad Server Hosting 8.4Paid

Strengths and trade-offs

  • Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting — where it wins

    • Steam Workshop and manual mod uploads
    • Backups, restoration, scheduled restarts, and monitoring
    • DDoS mitigation with FTP and configurable server controls

    Where it doesn't

    • The offering centers on one listed hosting plan
    • Monthly pricing varies with the number of slots
    • Management is provided through a web-based panel

  • Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting — where it wins

    • Supports 15-player and 40+ player server plans
    • Installs Steam Workshop mods and collections
    • Includes backups, DDoS protection, and 24/7 support

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Advanced configuration documentation targets the old control panel
    • Larger communities may need to assess the 40+ player tier's fit
  • Citadel Servers Squad Game Hosting9.2/10 · Paid

    A low-cost Squad host with strong mod, automation, and administration features.

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  • Shockbyte Squad Server Hosting8.4/10 · Paid

    A practical Squad host for communities that need mod support and configurable servers.

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026

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