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Nodecraft vs Shockbyte

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

Nodecraft 7.0 Visit
Shockbyte 8.0 Higher score Visit

The short answer

Shockbyte scores higher overall (8.0 vs 7.0). Choose Nodecraft if price matters most. Nodecraft is a good fit for players who host several different games. Shockbyte is a good fit for first-time server owners.

Key differences

  • Nodecraft is cheaper per GB of RAM ($2.98 vs $2.99, about 0% less).
  • Nodecraft has more server locations (27 vs 16).
  • Shockbyte offers free backups (not stated for Nodecraft).
  • Shockbyte offers 24/7 support; Nodecraft doesn’t.
  • Nodecraft gives you longer to ask for a refund (7 days vs 3 days).

Side by side

FeatureNodecraftShockbyte
Our score 7.0 / 10 8.0 / 10
Price per GB $2.98 $2.99
Starting price $5.96/mo $2.99/mo
4 GB server $11.92 $11.96
8 GB server $23.84 $23.92
Free plan No No
Locations 27 16
Regions North America, Europe, Asia, Australia & NZ North America, Europe, Asia, Australia & NZ
Bedrock Yes Yes
Modpacks Yes Yes
Free backups Not stated Yes
DDoS protection Yes Yes
Root access No No
24/7 support No Yes
Refund window 7 days 3 days
Control panel NodePanel Shockbyte control panel (own)
Hardware Not stated AMD EPYC 4465 CPUs, DDR5 RAM, NVMe

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

Nodecraft

Good:

  • Most server locations of the hosts we compare
  • Swap between dozens of games on one plan
  • 7-day refund and a free trial

Watch out for:

  • Human support isn’t 24/7
  • Trial needs phone verification

Checked on Nodecraft’s site on 11 November 2026.

Shockbyte

Good:

  • Beginner-friendly control panel
  • Automatic backups included
  • No player slot limit

Watch out for:

  • Plans top out at 16 GB
  • Higher prices in Asia-Pacific
  • Short 72-hour refund window

Checked on Shockbyte’s site on 11 November 2026.

Frequently asked questions

Is Nodecraft or Shockbyte better for Minecraft?
Shockbyte scores higher overall (8.0 vs 7.0). Choose Nodecraft if price matters most. Nodecraft is a good fit for players who host several different games. Shockbyte is a good fit for first-time server owners.
Which is cheaper, Nodecraft or Shockbyte?
Nodecraft is cheaper at $2.98 per GB of RAM, against $2.99 at Shockbyte. For a 4 GB server that’s about $11.92 vs $11.96 a month.

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