Comparison

BedrockTogether vs BedrockConnect for Minecraft

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

BedrockTogether

Connect to supported Minecraft servers from your console, including Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. Simply enter the server address and port, and join directly from the game's friends tab. It offers a direct connection without needing a computer or DNS changes.

Highlights
  • Connect to supported servers
  • Direct console integration
  • No computer or DNS changes needed
  • Ready-to-join partnered server list
  • Save favorite servers
  • Ad-free version available
Features
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BedrockTogether helps Minecraft: Bedrock Edition players connect to supported servers from compatible console platforms, including Xbox, PlayStation and Nintendo Switch. Any server shows up as a local network game on your console, so you can join it directly from the game — no computer required, no DNS changes. How it works: 1. Enter the server's address and port in the app. 2. Tap "Run". 3. Open your game and go to the Friends/Worlds tab. 4. The server appears as a local game — tap it and play. Compatibility: • Any device that can browse local network games in Minecraft: Bedrock Edition • A second connection method is available for devices that can't see local network games directly, using an in-game friends list instead Other features: • A ready-to-join list of partnered servers • Save your favorite servers for quick access • Ad-free version available in the app The app is free and ad-supported. If you'd prefer no ads, the ad-free version is available from Info → Ad-free Version, and also lets you save more than two favorites and hide the partnered servers list. Notes: • Your phone and game device must be on the same network. • Keep the app open while you play. • Realms are not supported. Support: For any issue, join our Discord: discord.gg/PDEfcUaKFj Disclaimer: BedrockTogether is an independently developed, third-party utility. It is not made by, endorsed by, or affiliated with Mojang Studios, Microsoft, Sony, Nintendo, or any platform holder. NOT AN OFFICIAL MINECRAFT PRODUCT. NOT APPROVED BY OR ASSOCIATED WITH MOJANG OR MICROSOFT.

About

BedrockConnect for Minecraft

Connect your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch to any third-party Minecraft Bedrock server. Enjoy custom texture packs and cross-platform multiplayer with a simple setup.

Highlights
  • Connect consoles to any Bedrock server
  • Server browser with live info
  • Discover featured community servers
  • Apply custom texture packs on console
  • Automatic texture pack updates
  • Cross-platform multiplayer
  • One-minute setup
Features
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BedrockConnect is your ultimate multiplayer companion for Minecraft Bedrock Edition. Finally connect your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch to any third-party server and enjoy custom texture packs! PLAY ON ANY SERVER For the first time ever, connect your console to thousands of community servers worldwide. Whether you're on PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch - BedrockConnect makes it possible to join servers that were previously PC and mobile only. No complicated setup. No technical knowledge required. Just connect and play with friends across all platforms. CUSTOM TEXTURE PACKS ON CONSOLE Always wanted to use texture packs on your console? BedrockConnect lets you download and apply custom texture packs on supported servers. Transform your game's look with community-created resource packs - something that was never possible on consoles before! KEY FEATURES • Connect PlayStation, Xbox, and Nintendo Switch to any Bedrock server • Server Browser with live player counts, ping, and version info • Featured Servers - Discover the best community servers • Custom Texture Packs on supported servers • Automatic texture pack updates • Cross-platform multiplayer made easy • Simple one-minute setup HOW TO CONNECT 1. Open BedrockConnect and tap the + button 2. Enter the server IP and port 3. Tap Start - the server appears in your friends list 4. Join from your console and play! For texture packs: 1. Enable texture packs in settings 2. Select your resource pack 3. Join a supported server 4. The pack downloads automatically! REQUIREMENTS • Console and phone must be on the same WiFi network • Disable VPN and ad blockers for best results • Premium unlocks all features including ad-free experience SUPPORT Join our Discord community at https://discord.bedrockhub.io for help, tips, and to connect with thousands of other players. Note: Only texture packs with textures, sounds, and particles are supported. Shaders, mods, addons, and skin packs are not compatible. DISCLAIMER BedrockConnect is an independent third-party application created by the community. It is NOT affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Mojang, Microsoft, Sony, or Nintendo in any way. All trademarks belong to their respective owners. Terms of Service: https://bedrockconnect.app/tos Privacy Policy: https://bedrockconnect.app/privacy

Screenshots

BedrockTogether3 screens
BedrockConnect for Minecraft3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is ratings volume: BedrockTogether at 59K against BedrockConnect for Minecraft's 3.4K. On price, rating, review sentiment and update cadence there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Both are free to download. BedrockTogether sells 1 one-off in-app purchase and BedrockConnect for Minecraft sells 7 in-app purchases, starting at $1.99 per month. Whichever you choose, the download price is not the number that matters.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

On the App Store both sit at effectively the same score — 4.5 for BedrockTogether against 4.5 for BedrockConnect for Minecraft. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BedrockTogether has 59K ratings behind it against 3.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews are what separate them: 55% of BedrockTogether's written reviews are positive against 51% of BedrockConnect for Minecraft's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, BedrockConnect for Minecraft every 3 days. The most recent releases landed on November 5, 2026 and November 3, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard1 real difference · 9 level
BedrockTogether versus BedrockConnect for Minecraft: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBedrockTogetherBedrockConnect for Minecraft
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (59K ratings)4.5 (3.4K ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.7% of reviews — better50.6% of reviews
Number of ratings59K — better3.4K
Update frequencyEvery 5 daysEvery 3 days — better
AdsYesYes
In-app purchasesYesYes
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree with in-app purchases
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB121 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJedrzej RaciborGKM Interactive UG (haftungsbeschränkt)

Customer experience

BedrockTogether

All ratings58,817 ratings
Positive86.7%
Neutral3.6%
Negative9.7%
Written reviews1,670 reviews
Positive54.7%
Neutral9.3%
Negative35.9%

BedrockConnect for Minecraft

All ratings3,436 ratings
Positive86.9%
Neutral3.9%
Negative9.2%
Written reviews350 reviews
Positive50.6%
Neutral11.1%
Negative38.3%

User reviews

BedrockTogether

From 59K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Works great
  • 👍 Allows access to servers
  • 💡 Useful for consoles without cross-platform support
  • 🤩 Amazing app
  • 🎉 Fantastic and free

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Glitchy/buggy
  • 🔍 Troubleshooting needed
  • 🕰️ Slow to update for new Minecraft versions
  • 💤 Disconnects/crashes
  • 🔋 Drains battery

BedrockConnect for Minecraft

From 3.4K App Store ratings

What we love

  • 🚀 Great app for Minecraft on Xbox
  • 👍 Works well for custom servers
  • 👍 Allows use of texture packs outside marketplace
  • 👍 Reliable and efficient

Room to improve

  • 🐛 Texture packs not working or loading properly
  • 🐛 Disconnection issues when joining servers
  • 🐛 Outdated app versions causing compatibility problems
  • 🔋 Crashes and performance issues

Bugs and requests

BedrockTogether

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Unable to connect to servers
  • Stops working after initial use
  • Redirects to wrong server
  • Freezes/crashes on load

Requested features

4 requests
  • Support for Nintendo Switch
  • Faster updates for new Minecraft versions
  • Improve reliability and stability
  • Add option to disable ads without paying

BedrockConnect for Minecraft

Reported bugs

4 issues
  • Texture packs not applying correctly on servers
  • Inability to join servers due to 'outdated' version
  • Disconnections and failed connections when loading resources
  • Crashes and freezes when trying to join servers

Requested features

4 requests
  • Add support for animation packs and shaders
  • Allow use of more than one texture pack per server
  • Improve update times to stay current with Minecraft versions
  • Expand server support beyond the featured list

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BedrockTogether

One-time1
  • Turn off ads$7.99
7 purchases

BedrockConnect for Minecraft

Subscriptions7
  • Premium$1.991 Month
  • BedrockConnect Premium$2.991 Month
  • BedrockConnect Premium$3.991 Month
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  • BedrockConnect Premium$4.491 Month
  • BedrockConnect - Premium$17.991 Year
  • Premium Yearly$19.991 Year
  • BedrockConnect Premium$22.991 Year

Questions

Is BedrockTogether free?
BedrockTogether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is BedrockConnect for Minecraft free?
BedrockConnect for Minecraft is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Which has better reviews, BedrockTogether or BedrockConnect for Minecraft?
BedrockConnect for Minecraft is rated higher. BedrockTogether averages 4.5 out of 5 from 59K ratings, while BedrockConnect for Minecraft averages 4.5 from 3.4K ratings.
Do BedrockTogether or BedrockConnect for Minecraft have ads?
Both BedrockTogether and BedrockConnect for Minecraft show ads.
Which is updated more often, BedrockTogether or BedrockConnect for Minecraft?
BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, and BedrockConnect for Minecraft every 3 days. Most recently, BedrockTogether was updated on November 5, 2026 and BedrockConnect for Minecraft on November 3, 2026.

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