ESX vs QBCore: choosing a FiveM framework

ESX vs QBCore

Both are free roleplay frameworks for FiveM. Neither is objectively better — they suit different teams.

ESX

• Mature, huge script library, easy to find help.
• Great if you want maximum ready-made resources.

QBCore

• Modern structure, cleaner code, active development.
• Great if your team can do some scripting and wants a tidy base.

Our advice

If you are new, start with whichever your intended scripts target. Most paid RP scripts state which framework they need. You can run either on any of our FiveM plans; heavier servers just need more RAM and cores.