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Best Minecraft Server Hosting Services in 2026
Minecraft server hosting services let you run or rent a server for Minecraft play. This list is for people comparing hosted options by cost, pricing model, trial access and supported platform.
- 10 apps
- Research read 23 Oct 2026
- How the order is worked out
- 1
Minehut
Free plan AndroidiPhoneSelf-hosted+2 - 2
ScalaCube
Free plan LinuxWebWindows - 3
Server.pro
Free plan APILinuxWeb - 4
Hostinger
Free trial AndroidAPILinux+36.3 Visit site - 5
Bloom.host
Paid LinuxWeb - 6
MelonCube
Paid Web - 7
PebbleHost
Paid Web - 8
EnviroMC
Paid Web - 9
BisectHosting
Paid Web4.6 Visit site - 10
Minecraft
Paid4.3 Visit site
#1Places #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 on this list can be bought by the makers of the software on it. See the price
Check whether a service has a free plan or trial, what paid pricing notes apply, and which platform you can use. If reading or changing code matters, look for an open-source licence before choosing.
Questions
Do these services have free plans?
Minehut and ScalaCube both show free-plan options. Other services list paid pricing or freemium plans with paid options.
Which services list a free trial?
Hostinger lists a free trial. Nodecraft lists a 1-day trial in its pricing note.
What platforms are represented?
This list covers web, Linux, Windows, Android, macOS and iOS. Check the platform shown for the service you are considering.
How much do Minecraft Realms plans cost?
Minecraft lists Bedrock Realms at $3.99 a month and Realms Plus at $7.99 a month.
What should I check about open-source code?
Look for an open-source licence and read its permissions before using, changing or sharing code.