BedrockTogether vs MCCompanion
Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.
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.
- 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
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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.
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.
- 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
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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.
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Verdict
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
Both are free to download. BedrockTogether sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. MCCompanion asks for nothing beyond the download.
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.
BedrockTogether ships an update every 5 days, MCCompanion weekly. The most recent releases landed on November 7, 2026 and November 5, 2026 respectively.
| Parameter | BedrockTogether | MCCompanion |
|---|---|---|
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | 4.5 (59K ratings) | 4.7 (112 ratings) — better |
| Positive reviews | 54.7% of reviews | 80.0% of reviews — better |
| Number of ratings | 59K — better | 112 |
| Update frequency | Every 5 days — better | Weekly |
| Ads | Yes | No — better |
| In-app purchases | Yes | No — better |
| Monetization | Free with in-app purchases | Free — better |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod, Mac — better |
| Requires iOS | 15.0 | 15.0 |
| Further details — not scored | ||
| Size | 48 MB | 54 MB |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | Jedrzej Racibor | Jens Collaert |
Customer experience
BedrockTogether
MCCompanion
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
BedrockTogether
- Turn off ads$7.99
MCCompanion
No in-app purchases
Questions
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