ElytraNode vs ScalaCube ScalaCube

If your host looks as old as ScalaCube, it probably is.

ScalaCube’s interface looks like early internet, and that’s not nostalgia, it’s stagnation. ElytraNode keeps hosting simple but makes it feel fast, clean, and built for 2026.

Java & Bedrock Edition Servers
1-Click Mods/Plugins Install
15,000+ Modpacks Available
24/7 Technical Support
NVMe Storage & Free DDoS Protection

No commitment · 7-day money-back guarantee

ElytraNode
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ScalaCube

ScalaCube is Stuck in the Past

Old design, slow setup, and overpriced packages.

It's overpriced

$6 per GB is one of the most expensive rates in Minecraft hosting.

It's outdated

The dashboard feels a decade behind. It's cluttered and confusing to navigate.

It's slow setup

Creating a server can take up to 10 minutes, 5x slower than ElytraNode.

Get everything ScalaCube has and more.

ElytraNode is your best bet if you want faster panel, lower prices, real support, and 100% Minecraft-only experience.

Focus
Purpose-built for Minecraft hosting, not a generic game panel.
High-Performance Hardware
Ryzen 9 CPUs, DDR5 RAM and NVMe storage deliver rock-solid TPS.
24/7 uptime
Your server stays online around the clock, no sleep mode, no idle shutdowns.
One-Click Installer
Install any mod, plugin or modpack instantly from the panel, no manual uploads.
24/7 Minecraft Support
The support that will fix your farms, troubleshoot plugins, and even join your server when necessary, around 15 minutes on average.
Live Player Manager
Instantly view and edit player inventories, Ender Chests, teleport players, or give items in real time.
Instant Server Setup
Provisioning completes in around 60 seconds, your server is ready before the world loads.
Modern Game Panel
A clean, modern control panel with quick actions, dark mode and mobile support.
Minecraft Tools
Console, file manager, scheduled tasks and more, right inside the panel.
Plugin Presets
Skip manual setup, our presets automatically install plugins, mods, and configure files.
Price per GB
Simple per-GB pricing with no hidden markups, scale RAM up or down anytime.
SSH & SFTP access on every plan
Full shell and SFTP access on every plan, run custom scripts, screen/tmux, and manage files your way.
Free hourly/daily/weekly offsite backups
Automatic offsite snapshots at three intervals, restore any point with one click.
TCPShield-grade DDoS protection
TCPShield-grade mitigation absorbs attacks before they ever reach your server.
Java + Bedrock crossplay included
Java and Bedrock players join the same world, Geyser and Floodgate preconfigured.
Free proxy, Limbo & Discord bot hosting
Velocity/BungeeCord proxy, Limbo server and Discord bot hosting with all plans, plus a free .fun domain on yearly billing.
Unlimited instances within your disk
Own as many server setups as your disk space allows.
Minecraft players on support (~15 min replies)
The support that will fix your farms, troubleshoot plugins, and even join your server when necessary, around 15 minutes on average.
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Minecraft
+20 Games
Missing for plugins and mods
Not specialized for Minecraft
$2.00 USD
$6.00 USD
Launch your server today. It only takes 60 seconds to get a server running with us.

Frequently Asked Questions

Our plans start at just $2/GB/month. Whatever size your group is, there’s a plan that fits you. Check out our pricing section to see our current plans and find the one that's right for you.

We accept payments via Stripe (which supports most credit/debit cards worldwide) and PayPal to ensure a smooth and secure checkout process.

Yes. All new customers are covered by our 7-day money-back guarantee.

You can easily manage multiple servers from a single account in our control panel. Each server can be configured independently.

We constantly run promotions and discounts. Check our coupons page for active promotions and the latest deals.

You can upgrade, downgrade, or cancel your plan at any time instantly.

The amount of RAM you need depends on the number of players, mods, and plugins you plan to use. Our RAM calculator can help you estimate your requirements.

We use AMD Ryzen 7 3800X or better CPUs, fast NVMe SSD storage and DDR4 RAM to ensure lag-free performance.

Yes! Our one-click installer lets you add mods, plugins, datapacks, and modpacks effortlessly from Modrinth, CurseForge, and FTB.