netcode.io vs Photon Realtime
| netcode.io | Photon Realtime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | $0.29/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows | Android, api, iOS, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Network model | client-server | client-server |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series, Nintendo Switch |
| Matchmaking | No | Yes |
| Transport protocols | UDP | UDP, TCP, WebSocket, Secure WebSocket |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Paid from | — | 95 /mo |
Both are listed in Best Game Networking Middleware. On Freedom251, Photon Realtime scores higher on our published basis.