Comparison
Defold vs LootLocker
| Defold | LootLocker | |
|---|---|---|
| What it says it does | DefoldDefold is a free, cross-platform game engine for building 2D and 3D games on desktop, web, mobile, and consoles with one streamlined workflow. | LootLockerThe player platform behind every game you ship. Connect with your players, engage them, and reward them for sticking around. A managed game backend for player accounts, progression and rewards. |
| Pricing | DefoldFree: no fees or royalties; source code available under the Defold license (official) | LootLockerPersonal free (under $100,000 combined revenue + funding, 10,000 MAU limit, non-console platforms); Pro $500/mo (30-day free trial, card required; 10,000 MAU included then $0.015 per extra MAU; console platforms); Publisher custom; annual billing saves 10% (official) |
| Website | Defoldhttps://defold.com/ | LootLockerhttps://lootlocker.com/ |
Which tool for which job
Defold wins when you want tiny, fast builds and a free engine without royalties.
LootLocker wins when you qualify for the free Personal plan or need a managed backend with console support.
Descriptions in the table come from each vendor's own site. This verdict is a fit call from those official pages as of 5 November 2026, not a shared benchmark or a hands-on score. Prices change, so confirm the pricing row on each tool page. How we review tools.
Keep exploring
The Tool Chest newsletter
New AI tools for game devs, one deep dive and zero fluff. Every week.