Head-to-head · FiveM Server Hosting
ZAP-Hosting vs GPORTAL
ZAP-Hosting leads on 0 checks, GPORTAL on 1, and 5 are even. Who comes out ahead on the 6 yes/no, price and count checks where we have data for both products. The editor score weighs everything else too.
Our verdict
- Highest scoreZAP-Hosting · 9.2/10
- Lowest starting priceGPORTAL · $9/mo
- Most featuresZAP-Hosting · 4 of 4
ZAP-Hosting scores higher on our rubric for fivem server hosting: 9.2 against 8.8 out of 10; our editors rank them #2 and #5.
GPORTAL is cheaper to start at $9/mo against $9.08/mo.
ZAP-Hosting is the better fit for roleplay servers that want the official partner route. GPORTAL is the better fit for small roleplay groups that prefer prepaid runtime.
- ZAP-Hosting fits best
Roleplay servers that want the official partner route
- GPORTAL fits best
Small roleplay groups that prefer prepaid runtime
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Side by side
| Feature | ZAP-Hosting 9.2/10 Visit ↗ | GPORTAL 8.8/10 Visit ↗ |
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| At a glance | ||
| Editor score | 9.2 | 8.8 |
| Ranking | #2 in FiveM Server Hosting | #5 in FiveM Server Hosting |
| Best for | Roleplay servers that want the official partner route | Small roleplay groups that prefer prepaid runtime |
| Pricing model | Paid | Paid |
| Starting price | $9.08/mo | $9/mo (best) |
| Free plan | — | — |
| Free trial | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Features ZAP-Hosting 4/4 · GPORTAL 3/4 | ||
| Cfx.re partner | ✓ | ✓ |
| RedM hosting | ✓ | ✓ |
| txAdmin | ✓ (best) | Not checked yet |
| DDoS protection | ✓ | ✓ |
| Specs | ||
| Entry slots | Not checked yet | 10 slots |
| Entry RAM | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Refund window | Not checked yet | Not checked yet |
| Priced by | Fixed plans with RAM Boost; lifetime one-off option | Per slot, prepaid 30 to 90 days |
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| Our verdict | ZAP-Hosting is one of the six companies Cfx.re lists as authorized FiveM hosting partners, and its FiveM product is built around that relationship. Servers start at $9.08 a month, or $79.92 once for a lifetime server, and come with FTP… Read the review → |
GPORTAL is on Cfx.re's list of authorized hosting partners and prices FiveM by slot and runtime. A 10-slot server costs $9.00 for 30 days or $24.30 for 90, you can go up to 48 slots and 90 days or build a custom configuration, and the… Read the review → |
Strengths and trade-offs
ZAP-Hosting — where it wins
- FiveM for GTA V Enhanced switchable from the web interface
- Lifetime FiveM server from $79.92 instead of monthly billing
- RAM Boost upgrades apply after the next restart
Where it doesn't
- Paid marketplace scripts need Legacy until Enhanced supports escrow
- More than 48 slots still requires a FiveM subscription
- Only eight locations to choose from
GPORTAL — where it wins
- 10-slot FiveM server from $9.00 per 30 days, or $24.30 for 90
- 50 GB of backup space for saves and configs
- Separate FiveM Enhanced and RedM products from the same host
Where it doesn't
- Listed plans stop at 48 slots
- Its FiveM page does not mention txAdmin or frameworks
- Refund terms focus on renewals and service faults
- ZAP-Hosting9.2/10 · Lifetime option · price varies by game
Long-standing official Cfx.re partner with txAdmin, FiveM Enhanced support, RedM and a lifetime option.
Visit ZAP-HostingFull verdict → - GPORTAL8.8/10 · Paid
Authorized partner with 10-slot servers from $9.00 per 30 days, FiveM Enhanced and 50 GB of backup space.
Visit GPORTALFull verdict →
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Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
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