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Swarm Hosts vs VGC Builder

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Swarm Hosts compared with VGC Builder
DetailSwarm Hosts logo Swarm HostsVGC Builder logo VGC Builder
What it doesSelf-hosted game server management platform Free Pokemon Champions team builder for VGC doubles with team weakness checker, speed order, attack coverage and export to Showdown
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Pricing modelFreemium Free
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. Not given
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
  • Team weakness chart showing type matchups and resists
  • Team speed order comparison with Tailwind, Scarf and Trick Room
  • Sample teams from October 2026 ladder data
  • Export teams to Pokemon Showdown format
  • Share teams via shareable links
  • Damage calculator with doubles modifiers
  • Team checker validating rules and flagging weaknesses
  • Monthly meta data with tier lists and usage stats
  • Support for Mega Evolution selection
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
  • Real-time team validation as you pick Pokemon
  • Pre-filled movesets and items from current Smogon statistics
  • No account required, all data saved locally in browser
  • Teams stored in shareable links without server uploads
  • Based on open source Smogon damage calculator mechanics
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)2 no change since last checkNot checked yet no change since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)70
Citation Flow (Majestic)210
Referring domains (Majestic)100

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