Minecraft server hosting for 100 players
How much RAM a server for 100 players online at the same time needs, and what that costs at each host. Updated November 2026.
| Server type | RAM needed | Cheapest | Per player |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vanilla or Paper | 16 GB | $16.00 /mo, PebbleHost | $0.16 |
| Paper with 20 plugins | 16 GB | $16.00 /mo, PebbleHost | $0.16 |
| Light modpack | 16 GB | $16.00 /mo, PebbleHost | $0.16 |
| Large modpack | 24 GB | $24.00 /mo, PebbleHost | $0.24 |
| Bedrock server | 10 GB | $10.00 /mo, PebbleHost | $0.10 |
Rule of thumb at view distance 10. Work out your exact server in the RAM calculator.
16 GB plans for a vanilla or Paper server, cheapest first
| # | Host | Score | 16 GB / month | Per GB | From | Locations | Bedrock | Modpacks | Free backups | Refund | Visit |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | PebbleHostBest for: The lowest price per GB | 7.9 | $16.00 | $1.00 | $1.00 /mo | 7 | Yes | Yes | No | 3 days | Visit |
| 2 | Sparked HostBest for: Small servers on a tight budget | 7.8 | $16.00 | $1.00 | $1.00 /mo | 9 | Yes | Yes | No | 24 hours | Visit |
| 3 | Server.proBest for: Technical users who want root access | 6.1 | $28.00 | $1.75 | $7.00 /mo | 9 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated | Visit |
| 4 | ScalaCubeBest for: Running a free test server before paying | 5.8 | $42.72 | $2.67 | $2.00 /mo | 14 | Yes | Yes | – | No refunds | Visit |
| 5 | NodecraftBest for: Players who host several different games | 7.0 | $47.68 | $2.98 | $5.96 /mo | 27 | Yes | Yes | – | 7 days | Visit |
| 6 | BisectHostingBest for: Modpacks and players who switch between games | 8.3 | $47.84 | $2.99 | $5.98 /mo | 21 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3 days | Visit |
| 7 | ShockbyteBest for: First-time server owners | 8.0 | $47.84 | $2.99 | $2.99 /mo | 16 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 3 days | Visit |
| 8 | Bloom.hostBest for: Larger servers that need steady CPU | 4.2 | $48.00 | $3.00 | $12.00 /mo | 6 | Yes | Yes | – | Not stated | Visit |
| 9 | Apex HostingBest for: Beginners who want hands-on support | 7.5 | $63.84 | $3.99 | $7.99 /mo | 14 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 7 days | Visit |
| 10 | Godlike.HostBest for: Performance on fast CPUs | 6.2 | $64.00 | $4.00 | $7.99 /mo | 10 | Yes | Yes | Yes | Not stated | Visit |
| 11 | HostingerBest for: Long-term servers paid upfront | 6.5 | $77.92 | $4.87 | $19.49 /mo | 10 | Yes | Yes | Yes | 30 days | Visit |
Tips for a 100-player server
- With 100 players, CPU speed matters as much as RAM. Look for hosts that name a modern Ryzen or EPYC CPU.
- Use Paper or Purpur instead of vanilla; they handle many players far better.
- Lower
simulation-distanceto 6–8 to cut lag from farms and mobs. - Choose a location near most of your players to keep ping low.
- Make sure backups are included, or set them up yourself before players start building.
Frequently asked questions
How much RAM for a 100-player Minecraft server?
About 16 GB for vanilla or Paper, 16 GB with around 20 plugins, 16 GB for a light modpack and 24 GB for a large modpack. A Bedrock server needs about 10 GB.
What’s the cheapest way to host a server for 100 players?
A 16 GB plan at PebbleHost costs about $16.00 a month, or $0.16 per player if you split it.