SHSelfHostIndex

papermc-docker vs Valheim Server Docker

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

Not the right match-up?
PA papermc-docker Containerized Minecraft Java server image VS VA Valheim Server Docker Dockerized dedicated server for the game Valheim
Featurepapermc-dockerValheim Server Docker
CategoryGame ServersGame Servers
LicenseApache-2.0Apache-2.0
LanguageShellShell
Setup difficultyEasyMedium
Min. RAM1,024 MB2,048 MB
Deploymentdocker, kubernetesdocker
GitHub stars★ 14,076★ 2,239
First released20142021
ReplacesMinecraft Realmsofficial Valheim hosting

Why pick each one

Choose papermc-docker if…

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

Choose Valheim Server Docker if…

  • Released under the Apache-2.0 license
  • First-class Docker support for quick deployment
  • Active community (2.2k GitHub stars)
  • Written in Shell
Valheim Server Docker details

Frequently asked questions

Is papermc-docker or Valheim Server Docker better?

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

Are papermc-docker and Valheim Server Docker free and open-source?

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

Can I run papermc-docker and Valheim Server Docker with Docker?

papermc-docker: yes. Valheim Server Docker: yes.

Related comparisons