Comparison

BedrockTogether vs MCCompanion

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

MCCompanion

Connect your console to any external server for a seamless gaming experience. Manage multiple servers, monitor your connection, and even create and preview custom skins in 3D. Look up player profiles and their 3D skins.

Highlights
  • Connect consoles to external servers
  • Save and manage multiple servers
  • Monitor real-time connection
  • View and edit skins in 3D
  • Player profile and skin lookup
  • Supports Java and Bedrock skins
Features
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MCCompanion is an unofficial, independent companion app for players not affiliated with or endorsed by Mojang or Microsoft. Connect Consoles to Any Server Play on external servers from your PlayStation, Xbox, or Nintendo Switch. MCCompanion broadcasts servers as local LAN games, so you can join any Bedrock server without restrictions no complicated setup required. Server Management Save and organize multiple servers, switch between them instantly, and monitor your connection in real time. Built-in relay selection ensures the fastest, most stable connection no matter where you are in the world. Skin Studio View your skin in stunning 3D, edit it with built-in drawing tools, and manage multiple skins in one place. Supports both Java and Bedrock skins via Geyser. Player Lookup Search any player by username to view their profile, stats, and 3D skin preview whether they play Java or Bedrock Edition. MCCompanion is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by Mojang Studios or Microsoft. Minecraft is a trademark of Mojang AB.

Screenshots

BedrockTogether3 screens
MCCompanion4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: MCCompanion at none against BedrockTogether's 1. MCCompanion also leads on ads (none vs shown) and review sentiment (80% vs 55%). BedrockTogether's advantage is ratings volume (59K vs 112). On price, update cadence, device support and iOS requirement 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. MCCompanion asks for nothing beyond the download.

ReceptionRating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings

MCCompanion holds the better App Store score, 4.7 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: BedrockTogether has 59K ratings behind it against 112, 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 80% of MCCompanion's.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, MCCompanion weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard6 real differences · 4 level
BedrockTogether versus MCCompanion: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBedrockTogetherMCCompanion
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (59K ratings)4.7 (112 ratings) — better
Positive reviews54.7% of reviews80.0% of reviews — better
Number of ratings59K — better112
Update frequencyEvery 5 days — betterWeekly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchasesFree — better
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better
Requires iOS15.015.0
Further details — not scored
Size48 MB54 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJedrzej RaciborJens Collaert

Customer experience

BedrockTogether

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

MCCompanion

All ratings112 ratings
Positive92.0%
Neutral3.6%
Negative4.5%
Written reviews10 reviews
Positive80.0%
Neutral10.0%
Negative10.0%

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

MCCompanion

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BedrockTogether

One-time1
  • Turn off ads$7.99
None

MCCompanion

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BedrockTogether free?
BedrockTogether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is MCCompanion free?
MCCompanion is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Which has better reviews, BedrockTogether or MCCompanion?
MCCompanion is rated higher. BedrockTogether averages 4.5 out of 5 from 59K ratings, while MCCompanion averages 4.7 from 112 ratings.
Do BedrockTogether or MCCompanion have ads?
BedrockTogether shows ads; MCCompanion does not.
Which is updated more often, BedrockTogether or MCCompanion?
BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, and MCCompanion weekly. Most recently, BedrockTogether was updated on November 7, 2026 and MCCompanion on November 5, 2026.

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