Comparison

BedrockTogether vs VoiceForge Reader

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 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.

Highlights
  • Connect to Bedrock Edition servers
  • Appear as LAN server on console
  • Simple connection without DNS rerouting
  • Supports Xbox and PlayStation
  • Troubleshooting guide included
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

VoiceForge Reader

Features
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VoiceForge Reader is a premium personal reading assistant that transforms text, scanned printed documents, and Safari web pages into natural-sounding speech. Paste text directly into the application, snap a photo of any physical page using the built-in document scanner, or use the Share Extension from Safari and Notes to read and translate your content instantly. KEY FEATURES: • Direct Text-to-Speech (TTS): Stream clear, natural-sounding audio sentence-by-sentence. • On-Device OCR Scanner: Use the device camera to scan books, letters, or printouts. Crop and rotate bounds with a custom visual editor. Text recognition occurs entirely locally and securely on your device. • Translate & Speak: Translate text on the fly using secure on-device system translation services, then read it aloud using high-quality voices. • Split-Pane Reading Mode: View original text and translated text in top-and-bottom panes or side-by-side (landscape), synchronized down to the exact sentence. • Karaoke Word-Highlighting: Visual highlights track the spoken voice in real-time, helping you follow along easily. Tap any word to skip or replay audio instantly. • 12 Interface & Speech Languages: Choose from Russian, Ukrainian, French, English, Arabic, German, Spanish, Italian, Japanese, Korean, Turkish, and Chinese. • Custom Playback Speed: Fine-tune reading speeds from 0.5x to 2.0x. • Extension Redirection Handoff: Share links or text from Safari or Notes—the app instantly hands off the content to the main screen so reading continues in the background.

Screenshots

BedrockTogether3 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: VoiceForge Reader at none against BedrockTogether's 1. VoiceForge Reader also leads on ads (none vs shown). BedrockTogether's advantage is update cadence (every 9 days vs monthly). On price, 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. VoiceForge Reader asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

BedrockTogether ships an update every 9 days, VoiceForge Reader monthly. The most recent releases landed on October 13, 2026 and October 6, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard3 real differences · 7 level
BedrockTogether versus VoiceForge Reader: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterBedrockTogetherVoiceForge Reader
PriceFreeFree
Rating4.5 (57K ratings) — better—
Positive reviews54.4% of reviews—
Number of ratings57K — better—
Update frequencyEvery 9 days — betterMonthly
AdsYesNo — better
In-app purchasesYesNo — better
MonetizationFree with in-app purchases—
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPod — betteriPhone, iPad
Requires iOS15.0 — better16.0
Further details — not scored
Size47 MB8 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJedrzej RaciborROMAN SERPER

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

VoiceForge Reader

Not enough reviews yet to summarise bugs or requests.

In-app purchases

1 purchases

BedrockTogether

One-time1
  • Turn off ads$7.99
None

VoiceForge Reader

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is BedrockTogether free?
BedrockTogether is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Is VoiceForge Reader free?
VoiceForge Reader is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do BedrockTogether or VoiceForge Reader have ads?
BedrockTogether shows ads; VoiceForge Reader does not.
Which is updated more often, BedrockTogether or VoiceForge Reader?
BedrockTogether ships an update every 9 days, and VoiceForge Reader monthly. Most recently, BedrockTogether was updated on October 13, 2026 and VoiceForge Reader on October 6, 2026.

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