Head-to-head · Core Keeper Server Hosting
Godlike.Host vs WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting
Godlike.Host leads on 2 checks, WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting on 2, and 4 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 scoreGodlike.Host · 9.7/10
- Lowest starting priceGodlike.Host · $3.99/mo
- Free planonly Godlike.Host
- Free trialonly Godlike.Host
Godlike.Host scores higher on our rubric for core keeper server hosting: 9.7 against 9.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #1 and #4.
Godlike.Host is cheaper to start at $3.99/mo against $7.96/mo. WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting leads on player slots: 8 players versus 4 players. WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting leads on ram: 2 GB versus 1 GB. Godlike.Host leads on server locations: 10 locations versus 9 locations.
WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting is the better fit for players prioritizing backup retention.
- WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting fits best
Players prioritizing backup retention
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Side by side
| Feature | Godlike.Host 9.7/10 Visit ↗ | WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting 9.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.7 | 9.1 |
| Ranking | #1 in Core Keeper Server Hosting | #4 in Core Keeper Server Hosting |
| Best for | — | Players prioritizing backup retention |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $3.99/mo (best) | $7.96/mo |
| Free plan | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | ✓ | — |
| Features Godlike.Host 3/4 · WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting 3/4 | ||
| Automatic backups | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mod support | ✓ | ✓ |
| Cross-play support | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| DDoS protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Player slots | 4 players | 8 players (best) |
| RAM | 1 GB | 2 GB (best) |
| Server locations | 10 locations (best) | 9 locations |
| Our review | ||
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| Our verdict | — Read the review → |
WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting provides persistent 24/7 servers for Core Keeper communities that want a managed environment rather than local hosting. The service supports web, Windows, Linux, PC, and Steam Deck access, with configurable… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting — where it wins
- Automatic backups every 12 hours with 45-day retention
- Steam Workshop support and existing world uploads
- DDoS protection across nine global server locations
Where it doesn't
- Only one listed hosting plan
- NVMe storage and MySQL databases require a request
- Provider documents support for groups of up to eight players
- Godlike.Host9.7/10 · Paid
Godlike.Host — Core Keeper servers with a free built-in mod installer, SFTP access and DDoS protection.
Visit Godlike.hostFull verdict → - WinterNode Core Keeper Hosting9.1/10 · Paid
A backup-focused Core Keeper host with mods, world uploads, and nine locations.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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