Minecraft Hosting Services

Bloom.host vs Minehut

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

Bloom.host 4.2 Visit
Minehut — Visit

The short answer

Bloom.host is a good fit for larger servers that need steady CPU. Minehut is a good fit for free servers that players can find in a lobby.

Key differences

  • Minehut has no per-GB price to compare (it’s mainly a free host); Bloom.host costs $3.00 per GB.
  • Only Minehut has a free plan.
  • Bloom.host offers a one-click modpack installer (not stated for Minehut).

Side by side

FeatureBloom.hostMinehut
Our score 4.2 / 10 Free host
Price per GB $3.00 Free
Starting price $12.00/mo $0
4 GB server $12.00 —
8 GB server $24.00 —
Free plan No Yes
Locations 6 Not stated
Regions North America, Europe Not stated
Bedrock Yes Yes + crossplay
Modpacks Yes Not stated
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 DuckPanel Minehut dashboard
Hardware Dedicated CPU cores on Performance plans 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.

Bloom.host

Good:

  • Dedicated CPU cores
  • Split one plan into several servers

Watch out for:

  • Starts at 4 GB ($12/mo)
  • Fewer locations

Checked on Bloom.host’s site on 11 November 2026.

Minehut

Good:

  • Free
  • Bedrock players can join (crossplay)
  • Players can discover your server in the lobby

Watch out for:

  • Only 1 GB on the free plan
  • Players join through Minehut’s lobby

Checked on Minehut’s site on 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is Bloom.host or Minehut better for Minecraft?
Bloom.host is a good fit for larger servers that need steady CPU. Minehut is a good fit for free servers that players can find in a lobby.

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