Colyseus
8.5#1 in websocket toolsFrom $15 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitColyseus vs PubNub Chat
PubNub Chat
7.5#2 in chat apisFrom $98 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Colyseus | PubNub Chat |
|---|---|---|
| Founded | LinkedIn lists 2016 as the founding year. | 2012 |
Colyseus plans
- Open SourceFree
- Colyseus Cloud$15 a month
PubNub Chat plans
- Free PlanFree
- Starter Plan$98 a month
- Pro PlanPriced on request
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 PubNub Chat if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.