ESN Hosting vs DatHost
Minecraft and game server hosting compared with prices from each host's own site, as of November 2026.
DatHost is a game server host with one all-inclusive plan per game. ESN Hosting runs Minecraft servers, game servers and Discord bots on one panel. This page uses only what each company lists on its own site as of November 2026.
Minecraft hosting #
| ESN Hosting | DatHost | |
|---|---|---|
| Plans | Many sizes, so you pay for the RAM you need. See the plans page | One plan: 16 GB DDR5 RAM, unrestricted CPU, unlimited slots |
| Price | Depends on size (current prices) | €14.90/month monthly, €8.90/month on 6 months (€53.40), €6.90/month yearly (€82.80) |
| CPU | CPU share set per plan (25% on ESN Nano, more on bigger plans) | Ryzen 9 7950X (or similar) |
| Disk | Per plan | 60 GB NVMe, then €0.30/GB/month |
| Server types | Paper, Purpur, Fabric, Forge, Bedrock | All major server types, CurseForge integration |
| Backups | Not included by default | Automatic backups listed |
| Locations | United States (Chicago, New York) | 36 locations worldwide |
| Refunds | Cancel any time, plan runs to the end of the paid month | 14-day money-back guarantee, cancel any time |
| Discord bots | Yes, bot hosting from $0.50/month on the same panel | Not listed among DatHost's games |
Sources: dathost.net/minecraft-server-hosting, dathost.net and ESN plans, checked November 4, 2026.
Other games #
DatHost lists 20+ games, including Counter-Strike 2 (from €0.79 per slot per month), Team Fortress 2, Valheim, Palworld, ARK and TeamSpeak 3. ESN has guides for Valheim, Palworld, Terraria and Factorio; see game servers on ESN.
Which one should you pick? #
Pick DatHost if
- You run a big modpack or a busy public server and want 16 GB of RAM from day one.
- Your players are outside North America; DatHost lists 36 locations.
- You host Counter-Strike 2 or want backups and a money-back guarantee included.
Pick ESN Hosting if
- You run a small or medium server for friends and don't need 16 GB, so a smaller plan costs less.
- You also want to host a Discord bot: ESN bot hosting starts at $0.50/month on the same panel.
- Your players are in North America and you like getting help in a Discord server.
Not sure how much RAM you need? Use the Minecraft RAM calculator.
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FAQ #
How much is DatHost for Minecraft?
On November 4, 2026 DatHost listed one Minecraft plan with 16 GB RAM: €14.90/month billed monthly, €8.90/month on a 6-month term and €6.90/month billed yearly.
Does DatHost host Discord bots?
Discord bots are not among the games DatHost lists. ESN hosts Discord bots from $0.50/month.
Is ESN cheaper than DatHost?
For smaller servers that don't need 16 GB of RAM, a smaller ESN plan can cost less because you only pay for the RAM you use. Compare the current prices on both sites before you buy.
Can I move my Minecraft world from DatHost to ESN?
Yes. Download your world from DatHost, then use ESN's importer or upload your world.
Questions? Ask in the ESN Systems Discord or use the live chat on the panel. Last updated November 4, 2026.