Comparison

BedrockTogether vs Epic Games

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

Epic Games

Connect with friends across the Epic Games ecosystem using cross-platform text and voice chat. Features a secure authenticator for fast, two-factor logins on any device to protect your accounts and progress. Organize parties and group chats seamlessly.

Highlights
  • Cross-platform text and voice chat
  • Secure two-factor authentication
  • Party and group chat organization
  • Background voice chat
  • Chat history across devices
  • Secure sign-in verification
Features
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Connect with friends across the Epic Ecosystem, with secure sign-in wherever you play. The Epic Games app brings your conversations together with cross-platform text and voice chat, and includes Epic Authenticator for fast, secure login on any device. Note: You can't access the Epic Games Store using this app. Epic Parties and Voice Chat • Start a party and jump into voice with friends across Fortnite, the Epic Games Launcher, and mobile • Voice keeps running in the background when you minimize the app • Organize your group chats and start voice calls directly from the group Cross-Platform Text Chat • Send DMs across mobile, PC, and Fortnite • Create group chats with up to 16 members • Turn on notifications to get alerts for new messages • View your last 30 days of chat history across devices • Your conversations follow your Epic account everywhere you sign in Secure Sign-In with Epic Authenticator • Enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for secure login • Verify your identity quickly when you log into your Epic account on any device • Keep your Fortnite account, progress, and purchases safe • Use sign-in codes or one-tap verification to access your Epic account One Connected Epic Ecosystem Your Epic account links your games, devices, friends, and conversations into one social layer that moves with you. Start a party, chat with friends, plan your next match, and stay connected across mobile, PC, and Fortnite. Sign in to get started.

Screenshots

BedrockTogether3 screens
Epic Games4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is rating: BedrockTogether at 4.5 against Epic Games's 3.1. BedrockTogether also leads on review sentiment (55% vs 19%) and ratings volume (59K vs 1.1K). Epic Games's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price and device support 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. Epic Games asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

BedrockTogether holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.1. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BedrockTogether has 59K ratings behind it against 1.1K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 55% of BedrockTogether's written reviews are positive against 19% of Epic Games's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, Epic Games every 3 weeks. The most recent releases landed on November 9, 2026 and November 8, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard9 real differences · 2 level
BedrockTogether versus Epic Games: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBedrockTogetherEpic Games
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (59K ratings) — better3.1 (1.1K ratings)
Positive reviews54.7% of reviews — better19.4% of reviews
Number of ratings59K — better1.1K
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterEvery 3 weeks
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
Best chart rank—#19 — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better17.6
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB94 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJedrzej RaciborEpic Games Inc.

Customer experience

BedrockTogether

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

Epic Games

All ratings1,072 ratings
Positive49.8%
Neutral6.1%
Negative44.1%
Written reviews618 reviews
Positive19.4%
Neutral8.1%
Negative72.5%

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

Epic Games

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BedrockTogether

One-time1
  • Turn off ads$7.99
None

Epic Games

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BedrockTogether free?
BedrockTogether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is Epic Games free?
Epic Games is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BedrockTogether or Epic Games?
BedrockTogether is rated higher. BedrockTogether averages 4.5 out of 5 from 59K ratings, while Epic Games averages 3.1 from 1.1K ratings.
Do BedrockTogether or Epic Games have ads?
BedrockTogether shows ads; Epic Games does not.
Which is updated more often, BedrockTogether or Epic Games?
BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, and Epic Games every 3 weeks. Most recently, BedrockTogether was updated on November 9, 2026 and Epic Games on November 8, 2026.

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