LiteNetLib vs Photon Realtime
| LiteNetLib | Photon Realtime | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | No | No |
| Paid from | Free | $0.29/mo |
| Open source | No | No |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows | Android, api, iOS, Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Web, Windows |
| Network model | hybrid | client-server |
| Supported platforms | Windows, macOS, Linux, Lumin OS, MonoGame, Godot, Unity desktop, Android, iOS, Switch | Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS, Web, PlayStation 4/5, Xbox One/Series, Nintendo Switch |
| Transport protocols | UDP | UDP, TCP, WebSocket, Secure WebSocket |
| Free plan | — | Yes |
| Paid from | — | 95 /mo |
| Matchmaking | — | Yes |
Both are listed in Best Game Networking Middleware. On Samsung Mobile US Press, Photon Realtime scores higher on our published basis.