HostSimple vs BisectHosting
Compare HostSimple and BisectHosting on pricing, NVMe storage, control panels, and trial offers.
| Feature | HostSimple | BisectHosting |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $3.99/mo | $2.99/mo |
| Free Trial | 7 days | |
| NVMe Storage | Premium plans only | |
| DDoS Protection | ||
| Instant Setup | ||
| Control Panel | Pterodactyl | Multicraft / Custom |
| Mod Support | Full (Forge, Fabric, Oxide) | Full (Forge, Fabric, CurseForge) |
| Daily Backups | ||
| Supported Games | 7 games | 25+ games |
| Money-Back Guarantee | 7-day trial | 72 hours |
Pricing Side by Side
| Game | HostSimple | Price | BisectHosting | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minecraft | Value (1.5 GB) | $4.99/mo | Budget (1 GB) | $2.99/mo |
| Minecraft | Standard (4 GB) | $9.99/mo | 4 GB | $11.99/mo |
| Minecraft | Premium (8 GB) | $17.99/mo | 8 GB | $23.99/mo |
| Valheim | Standard (4 GB) | $9.99/mo | Standard | $12.99/mo |
Why HostSimple
- 7-day free trial on most plans
- NVMe storage included on every plan, not just premium
- Lower pricing at 4 GB+ tiers
- Modern Pterodactyl panel with Docker container isolation
- Transparent pricing with no upsells
Why BisectHosting
- Largest game selection with 25+ supported titles
- Built-in CurseForge modpack installer
- Lower entry price at the 1 GB tier
- NVMe available on premium tier plans
BisectHosting Drawbacks
- No free trial — only a 72-hour refund window
- NVMe storage limited to premium plans, not standard
- Higher prices at 4 GB and above compared to HostSimple
- Uses older Multicraft panel on budget plans
Overview
BisectHosting is one of the largest game server hosting companies, known for an extensive game catalog and strong modpack support — especially their CurseForge integration for Minecraft. HostSimple is a focused alternative that prioritizes premium hardware across all plans and a try-before-you-buy approach with their 7-day free trial.
Both hosts are solid options, but they cater to slightly different priorities. BisectHosting appeals to players who want maximum game variety and one-click modpack installation. HostSimple appeals to players who want the best performance-per-dollar with NVMe storage on every plan and the confidence of a free trial.
Pricing Comparison
BisectHosting's Minecraft plans start at $2.99/mo for 1 GB RAM on their budget tier. HostSimple starts at $4.99/mo for 1.5 GB RAM. At this entry level, BisectHosting has a lower sticker price, though HostSimple gives you 50% more RAM and NVMe storage included.
The pricing dynamic flips at higher tiers. HostSimple's 4 GB plan is $9.99/mo compared to BisectHosting's $11.99/mo — a 17% savings. At 8 GB, HostSimple charges $17.99/mo while BisectHosting charges $23.99/mo — a 25% savings. For Valheim hosting, HostSimple's 4 GB plan is $9.99/mo vs BisectHosting's $12.99/mo.
For most players running modded Minecraft or multiplayer Valheim, 4 GB is the minimum recommended RAM. At that tier and above, HostSimple is consistently cheaper while including NVMe storage that BisectHosting reserves for premium plans.[1]
Performance and Hardware
HostSimple includes NVMe SSD storage on every plan — from the $3.99/mo Terraria server to the $29.99/mo Rust Platinum plan. NVMe drives offer dramatically faster I/O compared to SATA SSDs, which translates to faster world loading, quicker chunk generation, and smoother gameplay.
BisectHosting offers NVMe storage, but only on their premium-tier plans. Budget and standard plans use regular SSDs. This means that to get comparable storage performance to HostSimple's base plans, you'd need to upgrade to BisectHosting's more expensive tiers — further widening the price gap.
Both hosts include DDoS protection on all plans. Server uptime and network quality are generally strong for both providers, as they utilize established data center providers.
Modpack Support and Game Selection
BisectHosting's standout feature is their CurseForge modpack installer. You can browse and install hundreds of Minecraft modpacks directly from the control panel with a single click. For modded Minecraft players, this is a genuinely useful feature that saves time and reduces configuration errors.
HostSimple supports mods through the Pterodactyl panel's file manager and server configuration tools. You can install Forge, Fabric, and other mod loaders, but the process is more manual compared to BisectHosting's one-click installer. For players who already know how to set up mods, this is a non-issue. For beginners, BisectHosting's modpack integration has an edge.
On game variety, BisectHosting supports 25+ games — one of the widest selections in the industry. HostSimple supports 7 games with dedicated optimization for each. If your game of choice is on HostSimple's list, you'll likely get better performance per dollar. If it's not, BisectHosting is the more flexible option.
Control Panel Experience
HostSimple uses the Pterodactyl panel for all games. Pterodactyl is open-source, Docker-based, and provides full resource isolation between servers. The interface is modern, with real-time CPU/RAM graphs, an integrated file manager, a web console, and scheduled task support.
BisectHosting uses Multicraft for Minecraft and custom panels for other games. Multicraft is well-known but aging — it doesn't offer the container isolation or modern UX of Pterodactyl. BisectHosting's custom panels for other games vary in quality and feature completeness.[2]
Trial and Refund Policies
HostSimple offers a 7-day free trial on most plans. You get full access to your server — install mods, configure settings, invite players — before paying anything. It's the best way to evaluate whether a host meets your needs.
BisectHosting does not offer a free trial. They have a 72-hour refund policy after purchase, which gives you a short window to request your money back if you're unsatisfied. While better than Shockbyte's no-refund policy, it's still not as risk-free as a genuine free trial.
The Verdict
If you're a modded Minecraft player who values one-click CurseForge modpack installation and needs hosting for niche game titles, BisectHosting is a strong choice with the widest game catalog in the industry.
If you want the best hardware for your money, HostSimple wins. NVMe storage on every plan, lower prices at 4 GB and above, the modern Pterodactyl panel, and a 7-day free trial make HostSimple the smarter choice for Minecraft, Valheim, Rust, and other supported games.
Our recommendation: If HostSimple supports your game, start with the free trial. You'll get NVMe performance, Docker isolation, and you can test everything risk-free before spending a dollar.