Colyseus
8.5#1 in websocket toolsFrom $15 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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Lightstreamer
7.1#6 in websocket toolsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
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| Fact | Colyseus | Lightstreamer |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | LinkedIn lists 2016 as the founding year. | 2003 |
Colyseus plans
- Open SourceFree
- Colyseus Cloud$15 a month
Lightstreamer plans
- Demo LicenseFree
- Annual subscription — Per Client License—
- Annual subscription — Per Server License—
- PAYG — Per Client-Hour License—
- PAYG — Per Core-Hour License—
Pick Colyseus if…
It suits developers building real-time multiplayer games who want server-authoritative state synchronization and matchmaking. Teams can choose self-hosting or Colyseus Cloud, depending on their deployment needs.
Pick Lightstreamer if…
Lightstreamer suits teams building business-critical real-time applications in areas such as finance, gaming, aerospace, logistics, or media. It offers deployment options for on-premises and cloud environments.