This guide should give you a clearer picture of what plan might work best for you. If you’re still unsure, don’t worry! We’re always happy to help you pick the right option.
Introduction
Choosing the right server plan can feel overwhelming, but we’ve broken it down into a few key points to make the decision much easier. The main things you’ll want to consider are:- How you plan to use the server?
- The number of players you expect?
- The amount of plugins or mods you’ll be running?
Server Purpose
Think about what kind of gameplay your server is meant for.- Casual survival with friends: 4GB is usually fine for versions 1.8–1.12, around 6-8GB for 1.15+.
- Competitive PvP or heavily customized setups: You’ll want more power or even a custom plan to keep performance smooth.
Player Count
The more players, the more RAM you’ll need. A small group won’t require much, but a large or public community server will demand significantly more resources. Both plugins and mods increase memory usage, but mods are especially demanding.- Modded servers: At least 8GB of RAM is recommended, though this varies by modpack.
- Plugin-heavy servers: As a rough guideline, 1GB of RAM can handle about 10 average-sized plugins. Keep in mind this is only an estimate, some plugins are very lightweight, while others can be resource-hungry.
These numbers are general estimates and may not be perfect for every setup.