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CoalHost vs ZAP-Hosting

Multi-game / multi-region host with the broadest FiveM datacenter footprint

ZAP-Hosting is the biggest German-headquartered general game host and one of the most-named FiveM options in cfx.re Server Bazaar threads. They win on region count and brand reach; CoalHosting wins on FiveM-specific reliability tooling (auto-backups with the MariaDB dump, curated marketplace with version tracking, license-rejection auto-detection).

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Side-by-side: CoalHost vs ZAP-Hosting

Comparison reflects publicly listed information as of May 2026. Pricing and features change — confirm on the competitor's own site before deciding.

CoalHost
ZAP-Hosting
12 GB / 48-slot price
€35/mo flat (EU-only Helsinki).
€30-40/mo depending on region + commitment.
Datacenter coverage
EU only — Helsinki + 2 Germany. Lowest ping for European RP.
Many regions worldwide (US, EU, Asia, Oceania).
Daily auto-backups
Yes — resources/ AND the MariaDB dump in the same tarball. Restore from panel.
Backup feature exists, but DB dump inclusion is opt-in / paid add-on on most plans.
Curated resource marketplace
~15 popular resources, one-click install fetches latest GitHub release, 'Update available' badge.
Not offered as a panel feature; customer installs resources manually.
Joinability monitoring
8 panel-side checks (info.json + players.json + hostname + txAdmin + master-list + license accepted + master registered + DNS). Visible to operator + customer.
Uptime monitoring at the VM level only.
License-rejection auto-detection
We detect cfx.re license rejections from the FXServer log + email a refund offer the same day.
No customer-side detection or auto-refund flow.
FXServer crash-loop protection
If FXServer enters a systemd restart loop, we stop the unit and email the failure line.
systemd restarts indefinitely; customer finds out when players complain.
Auto-snapshot before resource ops
Delete / Update / re-upload all snapshot the previous state — 1-click rollback.
Not provided as a panel feature.
Custom subdomain
Included — yourname.coalhosting.com:30120, survives VM rebuilds.
Add-on on most plans.
txAdmin
Pre-installed, ESX / QBCore one-click at signup.
Pre-installed.
30-day full refund
Yes — soft launch promise. Reply REFUND, same-day issue.
Check ZAP's current policy directly; typically pro-rated.

Why people stick with ZAP-Hosting

  • •Largest FiveM hosting brand in Europe by share-of-voice
  • •Multi-region (US / Asia / Oceania) coverage we don't yet match
  • •Long history; well-known in RP-server-owner circles

Why people switch to CoalHost

  • ✓FiveM-specific reliability automation they don't offer (joinability monitoring, license-rejection detection, crash-loop protection)
  • ✓Auto-backups include the MariaDB dump — useless without it for RP progression
  • ✓Curated marketplace with version tracking — install + auto-detect updates from upstream GitHub
  • ✓Custom subdomain included, not an add-on
  • ✓30-day no-questions-asked refund during soft launch

When ZAP-Hosting might still be the right call

If you need a region outside Europe (US / Asia / Oceania) or you're already on ZAP and the deal-breaker isn't a missing feature, the migration friction may not be worth it. Otherwise switch.

FAQ

Do you have hidden fees?

No. The price you see is the price you pay each month. RAM is the only variable, billed at €2 per GB. Backups, DDoS protection, modpack installer, and the auto-fix system are included on every plan.

Can I migrate my world from another host?

Yes — upload your world files through the panel's file manager. If you can download a backup zip from your current host, we can run it. The console + file manager handle the rest.

What if I'm not happy?

We offer a 7-day no-questions-asked refund on your first server. Cancel anytime through the billing portal. RAM upgrades and downgrades are instant.

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