Comparison

CraftLauncher vs Prism Launcher

Two different tools for different needs. Prism Launcher is an open-source launcher for individual players; CraftLauncher is a SaaS platform for server admins. Find out which fits your project.

Detailed comparison

Both solutions serve different goals. Here's a factual comparison to clarify their respective strengths.

Criteria CraftLauncher Prism Launcher
Custom branding Logo, colors, background No (Prism identity)
Web dashboard Included (mods, configs, stats) No
CDN hosting Built-in Cloudflare R2 No (direct download)
Mod auto-update Automatic via CDN Manual per instance
Multi-server Multiple servers per launcher Multi-instance (per profile)
Modrinth import One click Supported
Technical support Email + tickets (dedicated) Community (Discord, GitHub)
Price From €9.99/month Free (open-source)

CraftLauncher advantages

Full branding

Your launcher carries your identity: logo, colors, background, custom name. Your players open your brand, not someone else's.

Dedicated web dashboard

Manage your mods, configs, servers, and updates from an intuitive web interface. No technical skills required, everything's accessible from your browser.

Built-in Cloudflare CDN

Mods and updates are served from Cloudflare's CDN network. Your players download at maximum speed, wherever they are in the world.

Prism Launcher advantages

100% free

Prism Launcher is entirely free and open-source. No subscription, no feature limits. Ideal for tight budgets.

Open-source

Fully transparent source code. The community can audit, contribute to, and fork the project. You know exactly what's running on your machine.

Multi-instance

Manage multiple independent Minecraft instances with different versions, mod loaders, and mods. Perfect for players testing several modpacks.

Who is it for?

CraftLauncher

For Minecraft server admins who want to give their players a branded, professional experience.

  • A server with an active community
  • Needs branding and a brand identity
  • Wants to manage mods with zero technical skills
  • Looking for a turnkey solution

Prism Launcher

For individual players who want to manage their own Minecraft instances with flexibility and no cost.

  • Solo player or small group of friends
  • Wants to test several modpacks
  • Prefers open-source solutions
  • Comfortable with manual configuration

Do you run a Minecraft server?

CraftLauncher is built for admins like you. Professional branding, web dashboard, built-in CDN — everything you need to give your players the best possible experience.

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