papermc-docker vs BlueMap

A side-by-side comparison of two self-hosted game servers options — licensing, setup difficulty, resource needs, and what each one replaces.

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Featurepapermc-dockerBlueMap
CategoryGame ServersGame Servers
LicenseApache-2.0MIT
LanguageShellJava
Setup difficultyEasyMedium
Min. RAM1,024 MB512 MB
Deploymentdocker, kubernetesbare-metal, binary, source
GitHub stars★ 14,076★ 2,773
First released20142020
ReplacesMinecraft RealmsDynmap

Why pick each one

Choose papermc-docker if…

  • Extremely easy Minecraft hosting
  • Excellent documentation
papermc-docker details

Choose BlueMap if…

  • Stunning 3D visuals
  • Easy to host
BlueMap details

Frequently asked questions

Is papermc-docker or BlueMap better?

papermc-docker is the stronger all-round pick: it has both the larger community and the simpler easy setup. Consider BlueMap if its specific feature set fits your needs better.

Are papermc-docker and BlueMap free and open-source?

Yes. papermc-docker is licensed under Apache-2.0 and BlueMap under MIT. Both can be self-hosted at no software cost.

Can I run papermc-docker and BlueMap with Docker?

papermc-docker: yes. BlueMap: check the project docs for container support.

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