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Head-to-head · Satisfactory Server Hosting

WinterNode vs Serverwave

  • Updated Sep 2026
  • Both researched from official sources
  • 4 checks side by side

WinterNode leads on 0 checks, Serverwave on 0, and 4 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 4 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.

Our verdict

WinterNode and Serverwave score identically on our rubric (5.8 out of 10) for satisfactory server hosting; WinterNode sits at #2 and Serverwave at #4 in our editorial ranking, so the choice comes down to fit.

WinterNode is the better fit for modded servers needing deep controls. Serverwave is the better fit for flexible low-cost, usage-based hosting.

  • WinterNode fits best

    Modded servers needing deep controls

  • Serverwave fits best

    Flexible low-cost, usage-based hosting

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Side by side

Feature WinterNode 5.8/10 Visit ↗ Serverwave 5.8/10 Visit ↗
At a glance
Editor score 5.8 5.8
Ranking #2 in Satisfactory Server Hosting #4 in Satisfactory Server Hosting
Best for Modded servers needing deep controls Flexible low-cost, usage-based hosting
Pricing model Paid Paid
Starting price Not published Not published
Free plan — —
Free trial — —
Deployment Cloud Cloud
Platforms Web Web
Support Live chat, Tickets, Community, Docs · 24/7 Live chat, Community, Docs · 24/7
Built for Solo, Small business, Mid-market Small business, Mid-market, Enterprise
Features WinterNode 3/4 · Serverwave 3/4
Automated backups ✓ ✓
Save management ✓ ✓
Crossplay support Not published Not published
Admin panel ✓ ✓
Specs
Player slots 4 slots Not published
Mod support One_click Not published
Server location choice Multi_region Multi_region
Our review
Pros
  • One-click Satisfactory mod support with community mod compatibility
  • Save management, rotating autosaves, and automated 12-hour backups
  • Real-time console, file manager, and multiple server locations
  • Hourly billing charges only while the server is running
  • Automatic backups, restoration, and offline save persistence
  • Multiple server locations with web-based administration
Cons
  • No free plan is available
  • Access is provided through a web platform
  • Packages are RAM-based rather than named service tiers
  • No free plan is offered
  • The service is available through the web platform
  • Hourly and monthly pricing both depend on RAM usage
Our verdict

WinterNode provides managed dedicated server hosting for Satisfactory players, small groups, and gaming communities. Its web control panel brings together server configuration, file management, console access, save handling, backups, and…

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Serverwave provides cloud-hosted dedicated servers for Satisfactory, aimed at private groups, friends, and larger gaming communities. Servers can be deployed through a web-based control panel, with hosting locations to choose from and…

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Strengths and trade-offs

  • WinterNode — where it wins

    • One-click Satisfactory mod support with community mod compatibility
    • Save management, rotating autosaves, and automated 12-hour backups
    • Real-time console, file manager, and multiple server locations

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is available
    • Access is provided through a web platform
    • Packages are RAM-based rather than named service tiers
  • Serverwave — where it wins

    • Hourly billing charges only while the server is running
    • Automatic backups, restoration, and offline save persistence
    • Multiple server locations with web-based administration

    Where it doesn't

    • No free plan is offered
    • The service is available through the web platform
    • Hourly and monthly pricing both depend on RAM usage

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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Sep 2026