coherence
Coherence is a networking product for Unity projects, with a hybrid network model and support for matchmaking and rollback netcode.
What coherence is
Coherence is a networking product for Unity projects, with a hybrid network model and support for matchmaking and rollback netcode. Its listed transport protocols are UDP, TCP fallback, and WebRTC. Supported environments include Unity, Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and WebGL; its platform listing also includes web. Coherence has a free Starter plan for teams with less than $200k in revenue or funding. Starter includes unlimited projects and unlimited CCU, but no price is listed. The Pro plan is for teams with over $200k in revenue or funding and includes the same unlimited project and CCU allowances. Pro costs $1,000 a month, billed plus tax. The pricing model is freemium, with paid service from $1,000/mo. Coherence is headquartered in Solrød Strand, Denmark. The listed plan thresholds and networking capabilities help teams assess whether it fits their project and organization.
Good
- Supports matchmaking and rollback netcode.
- Uses UDP, TCP fallback, and WebRTC.
- Both plans include unlimited projects and unlimited CCU.
- Starter plan is available for eligible teams.
- Supports Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, and WebGL.
Watch out
- Starter has no listed price.
- Pro costs $1,000 a month, billed plus tax.
- Plan eligibility depends on revenue or funding.
Who it suits
It suits teams building Unity projects that need matchmaking or rollback netcode across the listed desktop, mobile, and web environments. Teams can also compare their revenue or funding level with the Starter and Pro plan thresholds.
Verdict
Coherence pairs Unity networking features with coverage across desktop, mobile, and web targets. Teams should check which plan threshold applies and weigh the Pro cost against its listed capabilities.
Plans and prices
From coherence's own pricing page, checked 21 Sep 2001.
| Plan | Price | What it gives you |
|---|---|---|
| Starter | Priced on request | Less than $200k in revenue or funding · Unlimited projects · Unlimited CCU |
| Pro | $1,000 a month | Over $200k in revenue or funding · Unlimited projects · Unlimited CCU · + tax |
| Pro | $8,000 a year | Over $200k in revenue or funding · Unlimited projects · Unlimited CCU · + tax |
The facts
Each one read from coherence's own pages, with the date it was checked.
The company
- Headquarters
- Solrød Strand, Denmarkchecked 4 Oct 2001
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