Head-to-head · Core Keeper Server Hosting
Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting vs GameServersKings
Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting leads on 2 checks, GameServersKings on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 8 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreGame Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting · 8.9/10
- Lowest starting priceGameServersKings · $7.80/mo
- Most featuresGame Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting · 4 of 4
Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting scores higher on our rubric for core keeper server hosting: 8.9 against 8.6 out of 10; our editors rank them #5 and #8.
GameServersKings is cheaper to start at $7.80/mo against $11.99/mo. Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting leads on ram: 6 GB versus 4 GB. Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting leads on server locations: 14 locations versus 4 locations.
Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting is the better fit for crossplay groups wanting many regions. GameServersKings is the better fit for groups needing detailed server controls.
- Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting fits best
Crossplay groups wanting many regions
- GameServersKings fits best
Groups needing detailed server controls
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Side by side
| Feature | Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting 8.9/10 Visit ↗ | GameServersKings 8.6/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.9 | 8.6 |
| Ranking | #5 in Core Keeper Server Hosting | #8 in Core Keeper Server Hosting |
| Best for | Crossplay groups wanting many regions | Groups needing detailed server controls |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $11.99/mo | $7.80/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 7 days | 3 days |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web, Linux |
| Support | Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Live chat, Tickets, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Small business, Mid-market | Solo, Small business |
| Features Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting 4/4 · GameServersKings 3/4 | ||
| Automatic backups | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mod support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cross-play support | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| DDoS protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Player slots | Not checked yet | 8 players |
| RAM | 6 GB (best) | 4 GB |
| Server locations | 14 locations (best) | 4 locations |
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| Our verdict | Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting is managed server hosting for friend groups and larger communities. It supports Core Keeper across Steam, Xbox, and Windows, with cross-play documented by the vendor. Servers run continuously, and the… Read the review → |
GameServersKings provides hosted Core Keeper servers for small gaming groups and communities. Its web-based control panel includes a live server console, resource graphs, a file manager, FTP/SFTP access, and a startup configuration editor.… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting — where it wins
- Cross-play support across Steam, Xbox, and Windows
- Daily backups with one-click restore and DDoS protection
- 14 locations, mod.io support, and deployment under 60 seconds
Where it doesn't
- Starts at $11.99 per month with no free plan
- The control panel is browser-based
- Higher tiers mainly add RAM and cost more
GameServersKings — where it wins
- FTP/SFTP, live console, resource graphs, and startup configuration
- Automatic off-site backups plus on-demand and scheduled backup slots
- Mod support, DDoS filtering, resource resizing, and four locations
Where it doesn't
- No free plan; all listed options are paid monthly plans
- Core Keeper servers support up to eight players
- The Core Keeper service has four available locations
- Game Host Bros Core Keeper Hosting8.9/10 · Paid
A resource-based Core Keeper host for crossplay groups that want broad location choice.
Visit Game Host BrosFull verdict → - GameServersKings8.6/10 · Paid
A control-focused Core Keeper host for groups that want backups, mods, and server access.
Try GameServersKingsFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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