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LootLocker vs SmartFoxServer
Both stand on game backend services. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan APISelf-hostedWeb
LootLocker spans player identities, playtesting, progression, and commerce, with SDK and REST API options for game teams. Personal is free within its stated limits, while Pro costs $500 a month and Publisher pricing is custom.
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SmartFoxServer offers multiplayer server features, multiple client technologies and a free edition with a 100-user limit. Its per-machine licensing and current .NET-only live-audio support are important constraints to weigh.
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| LootLocker | SmartFoxServer | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | API, Self-hosted, Web | Android, API, Extension, iPhone, Linux, Mac, Self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Lowest paid plan | Pro: $500 a month | See the plans |
| Plans published | 3 | 3 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | lootlocker.com | smartfoxserver.com |
| On game backend services | #9 of 27 | #13 of 27 |
LootLocker: what it does well
- SDKs for Unity, Unreal Engine, and Godot
- Includes playtesting and participation tools
- Supports cloud saves and user-generated content
- Free Personal plan available
- Data encrypted in transit and at rest
What to know first
- Personal excludes console platforms
- Publisher plan required for catalog-level loyalty features
- Self-hosting requires an Enterprise License
- Not currently certified to ISO 27001 or SOC 2
SmartFoxServer: what it does well
- Free Community Edition allows 100 concurrent users.
- Commercial use is permitted on the free edition.
- Supports several game clients and development technologies.
- Server extensions support Java, Kotlin, Scala and Groovy.
- Includes analytics and persistent performance history.
What to know first
- Free edition requires a readable Powered by notice.
- Paid licenses start at €32.50 a month.
- Each license is valid for one server machine.
- Live audio streaming currently supports only .NET clients.
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