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Aternos vs Falix

A side-by-side comparison of Aternos and Falix for Minecraft servers, from the prices and features each host publishes. Updated November 2026.

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The short answer

Aternos is a good fit for playing with a few friends for free. Falix is a good fit for a free server with more control.

Side by side

FeatureAternosFalix
Our score Free host Free host
Price per GB Free Free
Starting price $0 $0
4 GB server — —
8 GB server — —
Free plan Yes Yes
Locations Not stated 8
Regions Not stated Not stated
Bedrock Yes + crossplay Yes
Modpacks Yes Yes
Free backups Not stated Not stated
DDoS protection Not stated Not stated
Root access No No
24/7 support Not stated Not stated
Refund window Not stated Not stated
Control panel Aternos panel Falix panel
Hardware Not stated Not stated

Highlighted cells are better on that line. Prices are estimated from each host’s price per GB; confirm exact plans on their sites.

Aternos

Good:

  • Completely free
  • Java and Bedrock, with Geyser crossplay
  • Modpacks and plugins

Watch out for:

  • Queue to start the server
  • Not online 24/7
  • Lag with many players

Checked on Aternos’s site on 11 November 2026.

Falix

Good:

  • Free plan with a full file manager
  • Modpack browser
  • Java or Bedrock

Watch out for:

  • Paid plans priced in euros and not per GB

Checked on Falix’s site on 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is Aternos or Falix better for Minecraft?
Aternos is a good fit for playing with a few friends for free. Falix is a good fit for a free server with more control.

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