Head-to-head · Don't Starve Together Server Hosting
Nitrado vs ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting
Nitrado leads on 0 checks, ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together 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 scoreNitrado · 8.6/10
- Most featuresNitrado · 2 of 4
Nitrado scores higher on our rubric for don't starve together server hosting: 8.6 against 8.1 out of 10; our editors rank them #3 and #6.
Nitrado is the better fit for players seeking a widely known, flexible host. ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting is the better fit for players prioritizing flexible backups and file access.
- Nitrado fits best
Players seeking a widely known, flexible host
- ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting fits best
Players prioritizing flexible backups and file access
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Side by side
| Feature | Nitrado 8.6/10 Visit ↗ | ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting 8.1/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.6 | 8.1 |
| Ranking | #3 in Don't Starve Together Server Hosting | #6 in Don't Starve Together Server Hosting |
| Best for | Players seeking a widely known, flexible host | Players prioritizing flexible backups and file access |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | — | — |
| Free plan | — | Not checked yet |
| Free trial | — | Not checked yet |
| Deployment | Cloud, Browser extension | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Support | Email, Live chat, Community, Docs · 24/7 | Live chat, Tickets, Email |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business |
| Features Nitrado 2/4 · ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting 1/4 | ||
| Caves on one plan | — | Not checked yet |
| One-click mods | — | Not checked yet |
| Automatic backups | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| DDoS protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Price per GB RAM | Per slot · 3 to 365-day runtimes | Not checked yet |
| Priced by | Per slot | Not checked yet |
| Entry RAM | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Entry slots | 4 slots | Not checked yet |
| Server locations | 8 locations | 8 locations |
| Money-back window | Not checked yet | 14 days |
| Control panel | Nitrado Web Interface | ZAP web interface |
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| Our verdict | Nitrado rents Don't Starve Together servers in 4- and 10-slot configurations, with subscription and prepaid rental options described for its US offer. Players can choose among listed server locations and manage server settings in a browser… Read the review → |
ZAP-Hosting provides prepaid cloud servers for Don't Starve Together, managed through its web interface. Automatic setup begins after payment, and the controls suit players who want to manage server files and settings rather than leave… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Nitrado — where it wins
- Choose 4- or 10-player slots and from listed server locations
- Configure settings and mods through the web interface and Workshop IDs
- Daily backups and DDoS protection are advertised for game servers
Where it doesn't
- Caves require a second server for a linked shard setup
- Mod setup uses configuration files rather than a one-click installer
- No free plan or free trial; subscriptions are paid
ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting — where it wins
- FTP access, an in-game console, and an online configuration editor
- Create and import backups, with daily or weekly scheduling
- Change player-slot count or add RAM; DDoS protection is included
Where it doesn't
- Prepaid rental may be less flexible than other billing options
- Scheduled backups may require additional storage
- DST caves and mod installation are not verified
- Nitrado8.6/10 · Per slot · 3 to 365-day runtimes
A flexible slot-based host with mod configuration, backups and DDoS protection.
Visit NitradoFull verdict → - ZAP-Hosting Don't Starve Together Server Hosting8.1/10 · Paid
A configurable DST server with FTP, console access, and scheduled backups.
Visit ZAP-HostingFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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