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CoalHost vs Shockbyte
Budget-friendly US host with named tiers
Shockbyte is a long-running, low-cost Minecraft host with a tier-based catalog (Dirt, Iron, Diamond and so on). It targets US players first, with EU available in select tiers.
Side-by-side: CoalHost vs Shockbyte
Comparison reflects publicly listed information as of May 2026. Pricing and features change — confirm on the competitor's own site before deciding.
Why people stick with Shockbyte
- •Cheap entry tiers attractive for casual SMPs
- •Long established brand with brand recognition
- •Wide range of named server packages
Why people switch to CoalHost
- ✓Predictable EUR pricing without USD currency conversion
- ✓Helsinki datacenter — under 50 ms across Nordic and Central Europe
- ✓Modpack catalog covers Modrinth + CurseForge with no extra steps
- ✓Auto-fix on crash actively diagnoses problems instead of waiting on tickets
- ✓One simple price-per-GB instead of guessing which named tier fits
When Shockbyte might still be the right call
If you and your players are mostly in North America and you prefer USD billing inside a familiar tier catalog, Shockbyte's footprint there is hard to beat.
FAQ
Do you have hidden fees?
No. The price you see is the price you pay each month. RAM is the only variable, billed at €2 per GB. Backups, DDoS protection, modpack installer, and the auto-fix system are included on every plan.
Can I migrate my world from another host?
Yes — upload your world files through the panel's file manager. If you can download a backup zip from your current host, we can run it. The console + file manager handle the rest.
What if I'm not happy?
We offer a 7-day no-questions-asked refund on your first server. Cancel anytime through the billing portal. RAM upgrades and downgrades are instant.