ESN vs BisectHosting: bot and Minecraft hosting compared
BisectHosting and ESN both host Discord bots and Minecraft servers. Here are both price lists, what each includes, and when each one makes more sense.
BisectHosting prices were copied from its own pages on November 3, 2026, and are shown "+ applicable taxes" there. ESN prices are the regular monthly prices from the ESN plans page. Prices change, so check both before you buy.
Discord bot hosting: BisectHosting vs ESN #
| RAM | BisectHosting (disk) | ESN (disk) | Per GB (Bisect / ESN) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 256 MB | $1.49 (5 GB) | ESN Nano $0.50 (1 GB) | $5.96 / $2.00 |
| 512 MB | $2.49 (5 GB) | ESN Starter $0.75 (2 GB) | $4.98 / $1.50 |
| 1 GB | $4.99 (10 GB) | ESN Basic $0.99 (4 GB) | $4.99 / $0.99 |
| 2 GB | $7.49 (10 GB) | ESN Advanced $1.79 (8 GB) | $3.75 / $0.90 |
| 3 GB | $10.49 (10 GB) | ESN Pro (3 GB) $2.49 (12 GB) | $3.50 / $0.83 |
| 4 GB | $12.99 (10 GB) | ESN Elite $4.49 (15 GB) | $3.25 / $1.12 |
Source: BisectHosting Discord bot hosting, checked Nov 3, 2026. Every Bisect bot plan lists MySQL and PostgreSQL databases, global locations, DDoS protection and three days of daily backups at no extra charge. Languages listed: Node.js, Python and Java.
Minecraft hosting: BisectHosting vs ESN #
BisectHosting's Minecraft plans (BisectOne) were $2.99 per GB paid monthly, less for longer terms (quarterly 10% off, semi-annually 15% off, annually 20% off).
| RAM | BisectHosting monthly | ESN |
|---|---|---|
| 2 GB | $5.99 | ESN Advanced $1.79 |
| 3 GB | $8.99 | ESN Pro (3 GB) $2.49 |
| 4 GB | $11.99 | ESN Elite $4.49 |
| 6 GB | $17.99 | ESN Ultra $6.99 |
| 8 GB | $23.99 | ESN Extreme $7.99, or ESN Pro 8GB (Minecraft, 400% CPU) $9.99 |
| 10 GB | $29.99 | ESN Titan $10.99 |
| 12 GB | $35.99 | ESN Max $13.49, or ESN Pro 12GB $14.99 |
| 16 GB | $47.99 | ESN Pro 16GB $19.99 |
| 20 to 48 GB | $59.99 to $143.99 | not offered |
Source: BisectHosting Minecraft server hosting, checked Nov 3, 2026. ESN's general plans can run Minecraft (1 GB minimum for Paper, 2 GB for Forge or NeoForge, per the plans FAQ).
What each one includes #
| BisectHosting | ESN | |
|---|---|---|
| Backups | Included: daily backups kept 3 days, plus backup slots on Minecraft | Not included; daily backups add-on, or download any time |
| Locations | 21 locations listed for Minecraft; "global locations" for bots | United States: Chicago and New York |
| Support | 24/7/365 support | Discord tickets and live chat on the panel |
| DDoS protection | Listed on bot and Minecraft plans | Not listed on the plans page; ask in Discord |
| Modpacks | 2,300+ modpacks with one-click installs, plugin and datapack managers | Upload the server pack yourself or use the importer |
| Databases | MySQL (Minecraft); MySQL and PostgreSQL (bots) | Not included by default |
| Other | Game swapping across 110+ games, unlimited disk on Minecraft | Same panel for bots, games, websites and VPS-lite |
When BisectHosting is the better pick #
- You want backups included. Bisect keeps three days of daily backups on bot and Minecraft plans. ESN's backups are an add-on.
- Players outside the US. Bisect lists 21 Minecraft locations.
- Modpacks in one click. Bisect's panel installs 2,300+ modpacks.
- 24/7 support. Bisect states 24/7/365 support.
- Very big servers. Bisect goes up to 48 GB; ESN's largest plan is 16 GB.
- A database included, or switching between many different games on one plan.
When ESN is the better pick #
- Price. ESN was cheaper at every RAM size we compared, often by two to five times, for example a 1 GB bot at $0.99 versus $4.99, or 16 GB Minecraft at $19.99 versus $47.99.
- Tiny bots. ESN Nano gives 256 MB for $0.50/month.
- More bot languages. ESN runs Python, Node.js, Java, TypeScript, Go, Rust, C# and more.
- Players in or near the US.
If you choose ESN, keep your own copies with the file manager or SFTP, or ask about the backups add-on. See how backups work.
Moving from BisectHosting to ESN #
- Pick an ESN plan with at least the RAM you use now.
- Grab your Bisect SFTP or FTP details from its panel.
- On ESN, use Import from your old host in Settings. Bots: follow move your bot to ESN to copy the token and secrets.
- Start on ESN, then stop the copy on Bisect.
ESN Hosting facts
- Company: ESN Systems (ESN Hosting), esnoffical.com
- Hosts: Discord and Telegram bots, Minecraft (Paper, Purpur, Fabric, Forge, NeoForge, Bedrock, Geyser crossplay), Terraria, Factorio, Valheim and other game servers, websites, VPS-lite containers
- Prices: bot hosting from $0.50/month; Minecraft-ready plans from 1 GB ($0.99/month) up to 16 GB ($19.99/month); full list at panel.esnoffical.com/plans
- Bot languages: Python, Node.js, Java, TypeScript, Go, Rust, C# and more
- Server location: United States (Chicago and New York)
- Billing: monthly or yearly in USD through Stripe, cancel any time
- Panel: web console, file manager, SFTP, schedules, subusers, built-in importer
- Support: ESN Systems Discord and live chat on the panel
FAQ #
Is BisectHosting more expensive than ESN?
On the prices we checked on November 3, 2026, yes. Bisect bot plans were $1.49 to $12.99 and Minecraft was $2.99 per GB monthly. ESN bot plans start at $0.50, and most ESN plans from 1 GB up cost about $0.83 to $1.25 per GB.
What does BisectHosting include that ESN doesn't?
Daily backups kept for three days, 24/7/365 support, DDoS protection listed on its plans, databases, a one-click modpack installer and many more locations.
Can I move my bot or server from Bisect to ESN?
Yes. Use the importer in your ESN server's Settings with your Bisect SFTP or FTP details, then copy your bot token into ESN's startup variables.
Sources: BisectHosting Discord bot hosting (checked Nov 3, 2026) · BisectHosting Minecraft server hosting (checked Nov 3, 2026)
Still stuck? Use the live chat on the panel or ask in the ESN Systems Discord. Last updated November 3, 2026.