BedrockTogether vs Epic Games
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
BedrockTogether
Connect to any Bedrock Edition server directly from your Xbox or PlayStation without complex DNS changes. This utility app simplifies joining multiplayer worlds by making them appear as LAN servers. Enjoy a more accessible way to play Minecraft multiplayer on consoles.
- Connect to Bedrock Edition servers
- Appear as LAN server on console
- Simple connection without DNS rerouting
- Supports Xbox and PlayStation
- Troubleshooting guide included
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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.
Epic Games
Stay connected with friends across the Epic Ecosystem through cross-platform text chat. This app also provides secure sign-in with an authenticator for fast, two-factor verification on any device, protecting your account and progress.
- Cross-platform text chat
- Group chats up to 16 members
- Secure sign-in with Epic Authenticator
- Two-factor authentication (2FA)
- View chat history
- Account security
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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.
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Verdict
The clearest difference is rating: BedrockTogether at 4.5 against Epic Games's 3.0. BedrockTogether also leads on review sentiment (54% vs 19%) and ratings volume (57K vs 962). Epic Games's advantage is in-app purchases (none vs 1) and ads (none vs shown). On price, update cadence, monetization model 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
Both are free to download. BedrockTogether sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. Epic Games asks for nothing beyond the download.
BedrockTogether holds the better App Store score, 4.5 against 3.0. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BedrockTogether has 57K ratings behind it against 962, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 54% of BedrockTogether's written reviews are positive against 19% of Epic Games's.
BedrockTogether ships an update every 9 days, Epic Games every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on September 30, 2026 and September 28, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BedrockTogether | Epic Games |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (57K ratings) — better | 3.0 (962 ratings) |
| Positive reviews | 54.3% of reviews — better | 18.6% of reviews |
| Number of ratings | 57K — better | 962 |
| Update frequency | Every 9 days — better | Every 2 weeks |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | #45 — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod — better | iPhone, iPad |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 — better | 17.6 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 47 MB | 94 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jedrzej Racibor | Epic Games Inc. |
Customer experience
BedrockTogether
Epic Games
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
BedrockTogether
- Turn off ads$7.99
Epic Games
No in-app purchases
Questions
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