How We Test & Rank Hytale Hosts
Our unbiased, comprehensive testing process ensures you get accurate, reliable recommendations.
Our Promise
At Hytale Host Reviews, we maintain strict editorial independence. We purchase our own server instances, conduct rigorous testing, and never accept payment for rankings or reviews. Our goal is simple: help you find the best Hytale hosting for your needs.
Testing Criteria
Performance (30%)
We test server response times, tick rates, and overall performance under various loads. This includes stress testing with multiple players and evaluating how well servers handle mods and plugins.
- Average tick rate under load
- Server startup times
- CPU and RAM efficiency
Value for Money (25%)
We analyze pricing structures, comparing cost per GB of RAM and evaluating what features are included at each price point. We also consider contract flexibility and money-back guarantees.
- Price per GB of RAM
- Included features and benefits
- Contract terms and refund policy
Customer Support (20%)
We evaluate response times, support quality, and availability across multiple channels. Our team contacts each host with real questions to test their support experience.
- Average response time
- Support channel availability
- Knowledge base quality
Features & Control Panel (15%)
We assess the control panel usability, available features, mod support, backup systems, and additional tools that make server management easier.
- Control panel ease of use
- Automatic backups and restores
- Mod/plugin installation tools
Reliability & Uptime (10%)
We monitor uptime, check DDoS protection capabilities, and evaluate the infrastructure quality and redundancy measures each host has in place.
- Uptime monitoring
- DDoS protection
- Infrastructure redundancy
Updates & Transparency
We continuously monitor and update our rankings as hosting providers improve their offerings or as new hosts enter the market. All major changes to rankings are documented in our blog, and we re-test hosts quarterly to ensure our recommendations stay current.
Last updated: January 2026