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Swarm Hosts vs Staged

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Swarm Hosts compared with Staged
DetailSwarm Hosts logo Swarm HostsStaged logo Staged
What it doesSelf-hosted game server management platform Virtual monitor for games in a movable window, with apps visible on one screen
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2024
Based inNot given Not given
Pricing modelFreemium Paid
PricingFree: one connected computer, unlimited game servers on that host, local backups, managed shared relay and custom DNS where supported. Plus: $5/month or $50/year (billing coming soon), unlimited connected hosts under fair use, same core tools as Free. €14.99 (launch price, regular price €19.99). Free demo with full features for 2 hours.
Key features
  • Free 2-hour demo on shared capacity
  • Browser-based server management dashboard
  • Local backup and restore
  • File management and editing
  • Multi-user access control
  • Swarm Zones for multiple hosts
  • Real-time resource monitoring
  • Game update and version management
  • Virtual display creation for games
  • Zone Editor with drag-and-drop layout customization
  • Game Mode with cursor lock to prevent accidental clicks
  • Auto-Arrange apps to zones on game launch
  • Dimming Mode to fade surrounding apps
  • Steam, Epic, GOG and Xbox game library integration
  • Full 144 Hz capture frame-for-frame
  • Discord Rich Presence and status details
  • Custom resolution support from 1080p to 8K
  • Browser URL zones for auto-launching guides and streams
What makes it different
  • Free tier with one connected computer and unlimited servers on it
  • No port forwarding required with managed relay
  • Try before installing with free 2-hour demo
  • Automatic failover with 3-copy backup protection across multiple hosts
  • Up to 2× FPS gain by rendering games at lower resolution on high-resolution displays
  • Native fullscreen performance and sub-frame latency with zero compositor overhead
  • No game hooks or injection—games run completely untouched
  • Direct native input with under 0.2 ms processing overhead
  • Single monitor setup eliminating need for multiple displays or alt-tabbing
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)2 no change since last check10 no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)70
Citation Flow (Majestic)219
Referring domains (Majestic)102

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