Photon Quantum
7.3#8 in game networking middlewareFrom $0.50 a monthFree planAndroidiOSWebLinux
VisitPhoton Quantum vs Unity
What both publish
| Fact | Photon Quantum | Unity |
|---|---|---|
| Headquarters | Hamburg, Germany | San Francisco, California, United States |
| Product | Photon Quantum is a deterministic ECS framework for Unity online multiplayer games, listed for up to 128 players. | Unity Engine is game and app development software for creating video games and immersive experiences from CAD and 3D data. |
| Support | Free plans include online documentation, samples, tutorials, video streams, and help with account and billing matters; Gaming Circle offers premium development support. | Unity directs users to its Issue Tracker and Editor bug reporting flow, while Pro includes expedited customer support and Enterprise includes dedicated support. |
Photon Quantum plans
- Development Only 20 CCUFree
- Free 100 CCUFree
- Premium Cloud$0.50 a month
- 100 CCU$95, paid once
- 500 CCU$125 a month
- 1000 CCU$250 a month
Unity plans
- Free tierFree
- Pay-as-you-go—
- Pay-as-you-goPriced on request
- Unity PersonalFree
- Unity Pro$210 a month
- Unity IndustryPriced on request
Pick Photon Quantum if…
It suits Unity developers building online multiplayer games who need rollback, matchmaking, or server-side integration options. Its free plans offer a starting point for development or games with up to 100 connected users.
Pick Unity if…
Unity suits game and app developers working across supported platforms, including teams building multiplayer or immersive experiences. Plan choice depends on application type and the stated revenue or funding thresholds.