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Discord Nitro vs Server Boosts

Discord Nitro and Server Boosts are related, but they are not the same product. Nitro primarily upgrades your account, while Server Boosts contribute toward perks for a specific Discord server.

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The main difference

Discord Nitro is a subscription attached to a user's Discord account. Server Boosts are applied to a specific Discord server and contribute to its boost level.

Simple way to think about it

Nitro is mainly an account subscription. Server Boosts are resources applied to a community to unlock server perks.

What Discord Nitro includes

Discord's current full Nitro plan includes premium account features such as expanded emoji/sticker use, larger uploads, HD streaming, profile customization, and other subscription benefits.

Full Nitro currently includes 2 Server Boosts and a 30% discount on additional Boost purchases through Discord.

Nitro Basic does not currently include the 2 Server Boosts that come with full Nitro.

What Server Boosts do

Server Boosts contribute to one server's active boost count.

  • Level 1 currently requires 2 active boosts.
  • Level 2 currently requires 7 active boosts.
  • Level 3 currently requires 14 active boosts.

Nitro vs Server Boosts

FeatureDiscord NitroServer Boosts
Primary purposePremium account featuresUpgrade a specific server
Personal Nitro perksYesNo
Contributes to server levelsIncluded boosts canYes
Current included boosts2 with full NitroDepends on quantity applied

Which one do you need?

If you mainly want premium features on your own account, Nitro is the relevant subscription.

If your goal is specifically to raise a server's active boost count, Server Boosts are the relevant resource.

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Discord features and Server Boost requirements can change over time. Check Discord's current settings and support information when exact requirements matter.