Comparison

ReFx Server Manager vs BridgePlay

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

ReFx Server Manager

Manage your game servers directly from your mobile device. Monitor server status, access the web console, edit configuration files, and handle backups. It also includes tools for game-specific content like Minecraft plugins and Steam Workshop items.

Highlights
  • Live server status monitoring
  • Full web console access
  • Configuration file editor
  • Backup creation and restoration
  • Automated task scheduling
  • Minecraft version and mod management
  • TeamSpeak server administration
Features
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ReFx puts your game servers in your pocket. Sign in to your existing ReFx Hosting account and manage every server you own from one fast, native app — no laptop required. MANAGE EVERY SERVER • Live status at a glance — see what's running, starting, or stopped, with real-time CPU, memory, and player gauges • Full web console with command history — start, stop, restart, and send commands from anywhere • Browse and edit configuration files with a built-in editor • Create, restore, and download backups • Schedule automated tasks — restarts, commands, and backups on your timetable • Manage MySQL databases GAMES & CONTENT • Minecraft tools — switch versions and loaders, and install plugins, mods, and modpacks • Steam Workshop content, installed in a tap • TeamSpeak voice-server administration • Switch the game running on a server BILLING & SUPPORT, BUILT IN • View invoices, receipts, and billing history • Open and reply to support tickets without leaving the app STAY IN THE LOOP • Push notifications when a server changes state, an invoice needs attention, or support replies • Secure access with Face ID / Touch ID app lock ReFx is a free companion to your existing hosting account. New accounts and payments are handled on our website; the app is for managing the servers you already run. Questions or feedback? We're here: https://refx.gg/support

About

BridgePlay

Features
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Save your Minecraft Bedrock servers and make them show up on your console as if they were in your own home. Consoles only list the official servers — joining your favorite server usually takes tutorials and messy network settings. BridgePlay solves it from your phone: save the server address, tap Activate, and it appears in Minecraft under Play → Worlds as a LAN world. No console settings touched. HOW IT WORKS 1. Save your Bedrock server's address. 2. Activate it — BridgePlay makes it visible on your WiFi network. 3. Open Minecraft on your console and find it under Play → Worlds. NO HASSLE • No accounts, no sign-up: everything stays on your phone. • States and errors in plain language — the app tells you what happened and what to do. • Step-by-step help for Xbox and PlayStation. • Built-in diagnostics if the server doesn't show up. FREE TO PLAY, PREMIUM IF YOU WANT MORE Connecting to your servers is and will stay free. Premium is a one-time purchase that removes ads and unlocks unlimited favorites and history. REQUIREMENTS • Your phone and console must be on the same WiFi network. • With the usual connection, BridgePlay must stay open on screen while you play. With Join directly you can close it after joining. • Doesn't work on Nintendo Switch. • Works with Minecraft Bedrock servers (the console/mobile/Windows edition). This app is not affiliated with Mojang, Microsoft, Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo, or Minecraft.

Screenshots

ReFx Server Manager4 screens
BridgePlay4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is in-app purchases: ReFx Server Manager at none against BridgePlay's 1. ReFx Server Manager also leads on ads (none vs shown). 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. BridgePlay sells 1 one-off in-app purchase. ReFx Server Manager asks for nothing beyond the download.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

ReFx Server Manager ships an update fortnightly, BridgePlay every 2 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 12, 2026 and October 31, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 8 level
ReFx Server Manager versus BridgePlay: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterReFx Server ManagerBridgePlay
PriceFreeFree
Rating5.0 (1 ratings) — better—
Positive reviews100.0% of reviews—
Number of ratings1 — better—
Update frequencyFortnightly — betterEvery 2 weeks
AdsNo — betterYes
In-app purchasesNo — betterYes
MonetizationFree—
DevicesiPhoneiPhone
Requires iOS16.016.0
Further details — not scored
Size8 MB16 MB
Age rating9+4+
DeveloperFRANK RICHARD BARBARAMaurizzio Penalba

In-app purchases

None

ReFx Server Manager

No in-app purchases

1 purchases

BridgePlay

One-time1
  • BridgePlay Premium$2.99

Questions

Is ReFx Server Manager free?
ReFx Server Manager is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Is BridgePlay free?
BridgePlay is free to download, with in-app purchases available.
Do ReFx Server Manager or BridgePlay have ads?
BridgePlay shows ads; ReFx Server Manager does not.
Which is updated more often, ReFx Server Manager or BridgePlay?
ReFx Server Manager ships an update fortnightly, and BridgePlay every 2 weeks. Most recently, ReFx Server Manager was updated on October 12, 2026 and BridgePlay on October 31, 2026.

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