Aternos vs Hostinger
A side-by-side comparison of Aternos and Hostinger for Minecraft servers, from the prices and features each host publishes. Updated November 2026.
The short answer
Aternos is a good fit for playing with a few friends for free. Hostinger is a good fit for long-term servers paid upfront.
Key differences
- Aternos has no per-GB price to compare (it’s mainly a free host); Hostinger costs $4.87 per GB.
- Only Aternos has a free plan.
- Hostinger offers free backups (not stated for Aternos).
- Hostinger offers 24/7 support (not stated for Aternos).
- Hostinger offers root access; Aternos doesn’t.
Side by side
| Feature | Aternos | Hostinger |
|---|---|---|
| Our score | Free host | 6.5 / 10 |
| Price per GB | Free | $4.87 |
| Starting price | $0 | $19.49/mo |
| 4 GB server | — | $19.49 |
| 8 GB server | — | $38.96 |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Locations | Not stated | 10 |
| Regions | Not stated | North America, South America, Europe, Asia |
| Bedrock | Yes + crossplay | Yes |
| Modpacks | Yes | Yes |
| Free backups | Not stated | Yes |
| DDoS protection | Not stated | Yes |
| Root access | No | Yes |
| 24/7 support | Not stated | Yes |
| Refund window | Not stated | 30 days |
| Control panel | Aternos panel | Game Panel on a KVM VPS (self-managed) |
| Hardware | Not stated | AMD EPYC, NVMe |
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.
Hostinger
Good:
- 30-day money-back guarantee
- Full root access and a dedicated IP
- Lots of RAM for the price on long terms
Watch out for:
- Low price only on a 24-month prepaid term
- You manage the VPS yourself
- Support isn’t Minecraft-specific
Checked on Hostinger’s site on 11 November 2026.
Frequently asked questions
Is Aternos or Hostinger better for Minecraft?
Aternos is a good fit for playing with a few friends for free. Hostinger is a good fit for long-term servers paid upfront.
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