Head-to-head · Minecraft Java Server Hosting
Server.pro vs Revelation Hosting
Server.pro leads on 2 checks, Revelation Hosting on 3, and 2 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 scoreServer.pro · 8.8/10
- Lowest starting priceRevelation Hosting · $7/mo
- Free planonly Revelation Hosting
Server.pro scores higher on our rubric for minecraft java server hosting: 8.8 against 8.5 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #3.
Revelation Hosting offers free plan; Server.pro doesn't. Revelation Hosting is cheaper to start at $7/mo against $15/mo. Server.pro leads on ram: 8 GB versus 2 GB. Server.pro leads on server locations: 9 versus 2. Revelation Hosting leads on refund period: 72 days versus 3 days.
Server.pro is the better fit for small groups seeking mod and plugin flexibility. Revelation Hosting is the better fit for budget users wanting a free starting tier.
- Server.pro fits best
Small groups seeking mod and plugin flexibility
- Revelation Hosting fits best
Budget users wanting a free starting tier
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Side by side
| Feature | Server.pro 8.8/10 Visit ↗ | Revelation Hosting 8.5/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 8.8 | 8.5 |
| Ranking | #2 in Minecraft Java Server Hosting | #3 in Minecraft Java Server Hosting |
| Best for | Small groups seeking mod and plugin flexibility | Budget users wanting a free starting tier |
| Pricing model | Paid | Free plan + paid |
| Starting price | $15/mo | $7/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | ✓ (best) |
| Free trial | — | — |
| Money-back guarantee | 3 days | 72 days |
| Deployment | Cloud | Cloud |
| Platforms | Web | Web |
| Support | Tickets · 24/7 | Email, Live chat, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 |
| Built for | Solo, Small business | Solo, Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise |
| Features Server.pro 2/2 · Revelation Hosting 2/2 | ||
| DDoS protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic backups | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| RAM | 8 GB (best) | 2 GB |
| Server locations | 9 (best) | 2 |
| Mod support | One_click | One_click |
| Plugin support | One_click | One_click |
| Refund period | 3 days | 72 days (best) |
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| Our verdict | Server.pro hosts Minecraft Java Edition servers for solo operators and small groups who want to run modded or plugin-based configurations. Its control panel combines server management with a browser file manager, SFTP, root shell access,… Read the review → |
Revelation Hosting provides managed Minecraft server hosting for Java and Bedrock, including vanilla and modded setups. Its free tier makes it a practical starting point for budget-conscious players and small groups, while the range of… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
Server.pro — where it wins
- One-click installers support modpacks and plugins.
- Daily automatic backups, SFTP, and root shell access.
- Nine server locations and 91 integrations are listed.
Where it doesn't
- The Free plan is a time-limited demo, not ongoing free hosting.
- Minecraft paid hosting starts at $15 per month.
- Multiple hardware tiers and locations may require plan comparison.
Revelation Hosting — where it wins
- Free tier includes a dedicated VM, 1 GB RAM and 10 GB storage
- One-click installation for mod loaders and modpacks
- DDoS mitigation, scheduled backups and no player-slot caps on every tier
Where it doesn't
- Free tier has less RAM and storage than the $7 Small plan
- Servers are deployed in two US regions
- FTP file access is limited to paid plans
- Server.pro8.8/10 · Paid from $7/mo · free demo
Flexible Java server hosting with broad installer support and tiered hardware plans.
Visit Server.proFull verdict → - Revelation Hosting8.5/10 · Free plan · paid from $16/mo
A free entry point and no slot caps, with paid plans adding RAM and storage.
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026
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