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HackerBuster vs ReducedX-Anti Cheat
Both stand on minecraft anti-cheat plugins. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan
HackerBuster provides a small, extensible starting point for anti-cheat checks on Paper. It is most suitable for technically comfortable users prepared to build and install custom checks themselves.
Visit HackerBuster Free plan Self-hosted
ReducedX-Anti Cheat combines checks for combat, movement, world activity and server-flood attacks with configurable staff controls. Its stated compatibility is limited to Minecraft Java Edition 1.21.x on Paper or Spigot.
Visit ReducedX-Anti CheatThe facts
| HackerBuster | ReducedX-Anti Cheat | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Not published | Self-hosted |
| Lowest paid plan | Not published | Not published |
| Plans published | None | None |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | github.com | modrinth.com |
| On minecraft anti-cheat plugins | #30 of 57 | #34 of 57 |
HackerBuster: what it does well
- Free MIT-licensed project
- Basic anti-cheat checks included
- Designed for Paper servers
- Custom checks can extend architecture
- Pull requests are invited
What to know first
- Only basic checks are described
- Custom checks require Java dependencies
- Installation involves server folders and JARs
- Software is provided without warranty
ReducedX-Anti Cheat: what it does well
- Covers listed combat and movement cheats.
- XRay checks use mining paths and ore rates.
- Staff GUI offers multiple enforcement actions.
- Configurable checks, alerts and bypass permissions.
- Replay analysis is included.
What to know first
- Compatibility is specified for Minecraft 1.21.x.
- Requires a self-hosted Paper or Spigot server.
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