Cheap Minecraft server hosting can genuinely cost under $1/month, but you need to check RAM, storage, and any extra fees. AtrbCode’s Bedrock plan starts at $0.69/month with 512 MB RAM and 5 GB SSD, and the Java plan starts at $0.90/month with 1024 MB RAM and 10 GB SSD. A $1 service fee per server and a one-time $2 account fee apply.
Cheap Minecraft server hosting: what does $0.69/month actually get you?
The cheapest plan at AtrbCode is Ur, a Bedrock-only server. For $0.69 per month you get 512 MB of RAM and 5 GB of SSD storage. Java is not offered on this plan. If you want a Java server, the entry point is Uruk, which costs $0.90 per month and includes 1024 MB of RAM and 10 GB of SSD storage.
Here is a quick look at the first four plans so you can compare exact specs:
| Plan | RAM | SSD Storage | Java Price | Bedrock Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ur | 512 MB | 5 GB | Not offered | $0.69/month |
| Uru | 750 MB | 7 GB | Not offered | $0.99/month |
| Uruk | 1024 MB | 10 GB | $0.90/month | $1.18/month |
| Akkad | 2048 MB | 15 GB | $2.29/month | $2.09/month |
The plans listed above include SSD storage, and AtrbCode's Minecraft servers are located in Frankfurt, Germany. The prices shown are the monthly plan costs; the $1.00 service fee per server is added to every purchase or renewal.
Hidden costs of cheap Minecraft hosting
Many “cheap” Minecraft hosts advertise a low monthly rate but hide setup fees, usage limits, or surprise charges. AtrbCode’s extra costs are two simple fees:
- $1.00 service fee per server — added to every Minecraft purchase or renewal.
- $2.00 one-time account fee — charged once when an account buys its first Minecraft plan.
For a new account, the first month of Ur is the plan price ($0.69) plus the $1.00 service fee plus the $2.00 account fee, which totals $3.69. Subsequent months are $0.69 plus $1.00, so $1.69. For Uruk, the first month totals $3.90 and subsequent months are $1.90. Payment is by card through Stripe or from your account wallet; gift codes are redeemed into the wallet.
Which cheap plan should you choose?
The right plan depends on what you want to run. RAM is the main limiting factor, not raw price. A 512 MB Bedrock server is fine for a very small survival world or a private build with one or two friends. Once you add plugins, mods, or more players, you will hit memory limits quickly.
For Java players, the $0.90 Uruk plan (1024 MB) is the cheapest way to start. It can handle a small vanilla server or a lightly modded setup, but heavy modpacks or many plugins will need more RAM. The plan quiz at /minecraft/plan-quiz walks through your expected player count and game mode to suggest a plan size.
If you are undecided, start with the smallest plan that includes your edition (Java or Bedrock) and monitor performance. You can compare all Minecraft plans side by side at /minecraft/compare.
How cheap plans handle mods, plugins, and crossplay
AtrbCode’s panel includes a plugin store, modpack installer, and Bedrock crossplay tools, but which tools a plan includes can differ by plan. Always check the plan details before purchasing.
- Plugins: You can search thousands of free plugins and install them with one click from the plugin store. The guide at /help/plugins shows the process.
- Modpacks: Paste a Modrinth or CurseForge link and the panel sets up the loader and Java for you. Heavy modpacks need more RAM than a cheap plan usually provides. Read the /help/modpacks guide for what to expect.
- Crossplay: AtrbCode can add Geyser and Floodgate to a Java server so Bedrock players can join. That feature is for Java servers, not the Bedrock-only Ur or Uru plans. The guide at /help/crossplay explains how it works.
If you want a specific game mode like Skyblock, Lifesteal, or Bedwars, you can choose a template when buying a server. See the full list at /minecraft/templates. Templates make setup faster, but they do not change the RAM limits of the plan you pick.
Frankfurt location: why it matters for European players
AtrbCode's Minecraft servers are located in Frankfurt, Germany. If you and your friends are in Europe, this gives you low latency and a smooth connection. Players in North America, Asia, or South America will have higher ping, which can feel like block lag or delayed hits.
If most of your players are outside Europe, consider testing latency before committing to a long-term plan. A cheap plan is still useful for building or redstone testing, but PvP and fast minigames suffer from high latency.
Start your cheap server in 3 steps
- Pick a plan at /minecraft. Choose Bedrock (Ur or Uru) or Java (Uruk or higher) based on your players.
- Select a game-mode template if you want (optional). The template page /minecraft/templates lists options like Survival SMP, Skyblock, and OneBlock.
- Join the server using the guide for your edition: /help/join-bedrock for Bedrock, or /help/join-java for Java.
You will be charged the plan price plus the $1.00 service fee and the one-time $2.00 account fee on the first purchase. After that, the server runs at the listed monthly rate plus the service fee.
FAQ
What is the cheapest Minecraft server hosting plan at AtrbCode?
The cheapest plan is Ur, a Bedrock-only server with 512 MB RAM and 5 GB SSD storage for $0.69 per month. The cheapest Java plan is Uruk at $0.90 per month with 1024 MB RAM and 10 GB SSD.
Are there any extra fees beyond the monthly price?
Yes. A $1.00 service fee is added to every Minecraft purchase or renewal, and your account’s first Minecraft plan has a one-time $2.00 account fee. These are the fees listed on the pricing page.
Can I run mods on the $0.90 Java plan?
The Uruk plan (1024 MB RAM) can run very light mod setups, but most modpacks need more memory. Check the RAM requirements of the modpack and use the plan quiz if unsure. The modpack installer guide is at /help/modpacks.
Does the $0.69 Bedrock plan support crossplay with Java?
No. The $0.69 Ur plan is Bedrock-only. Crossplay (Geyser/Floodgate) is added to Java servers so Bedrock players can join a Java server. To host a crossplay server, choose a Java plan and follow the /help/crossplay guide.
What is the difference between the $0.69 and $0.99 Bedrock plans?
The $0.69 Ur plan has 512 MB RAM and 5 GB SSD. The $0.99 Uru plan increases to 750 MB RAM and 7 GB SSD. Both are Bedrock-only and do not offer Java.
For most players, the cheapest AtrbCode plan is enough to start. Compare all specs and fees at /minecraft, or use the plan finder at /minecraft/plan-quiz if you are unsure. If you need a broader hosting comparison, see /minecraft/compare.