DriveBackupV2
6.9#4 in minecraft backup softwareFree planFree planAPISelf-hosted
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InstantBackup
6.5#6 in minecraft backup softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows
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| Fact | DriveBackupV2 | InstantBackup |
|---|---|---|
| Compression | ZIP compression level is configurable from 1 through 9. | A dedicated thread pool compresses backups with ZSTD without blocking the game main thread. |
| Purpose | DriveBackupV2 is a Minecraft server plugin that backs up data remotely. | InstantBackup is an incremental world backup mod for Minecraft dedicated servers. |
| Scheduling | Backups can run on a minute interval or on day-and-time schedules, with schedule mode disabling interval mode. | Scheduled backups support configurable intervals, online-player checks, and Carpet bot exclusion. |
DriveBackupV2 plans
- DriveBackupV2Free
- FreeFree
InstantBackup plans
- InstantBackupFree
Pick DriveBackupV2 if…
DriveBackupV2 suits Minecraft server administrators using Bukkit-based software who want scheduled backups to local or remote storage. It may also suit administrators who need custom retention or database backups.
Pick InstantBackup if…
It suits Minecraft Java dedicated-server operators who want scheduled or manual world backups and can manage restoration outside the game. It also offers an offline CLI for after server shutdown.