Minecraft Bedrock Servers vs Minecraft Java Servers

INTRODUCTION – MINECRAFT BEDROCK SERVERS VS MINECRAFT JAVA SERVERS

Playing in Minecraft, both players and server owners will explore all types of unique areas. Whether it’s through the woody forests, dark swamps, deep caves, or through the End, create your own Minecraft path forward as you gather supplies, build, and survive! With this wondrous journey, playing together with your friends, family, and others leads to even more fun enhancing the Minecraft experience.

Whether you’re looking to share resources and survive or build together in a custom creative world, through a Minecraft server you and your friends can play as a group. This includes whether you’re on PC, on your mobile device, or both if you’re using the addon Geyser which adds crossplay for PC and mobile devices. In this guide, we will show you the differences between a Minecraft: Java Edition server and a Minecraft Bedrock server enabling you to play anywhere with your friends on your preferred device!

MINECRAFT BEDROCK SERVERS EXPLAINED

A Minecraft Bedrock Edition server, also known as a Minecraft Windows Edition server, is a type of server that allows you to play on mobile devices including Android and Apple, along with Windows 10 devices such as a PC or Windows tablet. While Minecraft Bedrock Edition does have limitations such as being unable to use plugins or modpacks, this does allow for it to work on many different devices ensuring your players can play together with little restrictions on the device they’re using!

BENEFITS OF MINECRAFT BEDROCK SERVERS

• Supports Windows 10, IOS(Apple), and Android devices
• With mobile support, play from anywhere on your phone
• Use Minecraft Bedrock add-ons that act similar to mods & resource packs
• Supports custom Minecraft Bedrock worlds & Bedrock resource packs

DISADVANTAGES OF MINECRAFT BEDROCK SERVERS

• Inability to use Minecraft Plugins or Mods
• Requires using the latest version of Minecraft Bedrock Edition

MINECRAFT JAVA SERVERS EXPLAINED

When playing a Minecraft Java Edition server, you’ll unlock a lot of customization through different server types, plugins, mods, and data packs you can add to your server to change the game experience entirely. Whether you’re looking to play the latest version using the Vanilla Minecraft server type in hardcore mode, or you’re looking to play an old version of Minecraft such as 1.6.4 Hexxit, nearly anything you can imagine can be added to servers! Along with that, Minecraft Java Edition servers support the capabilities to be set up as a network and through plugins, can support players using Minecraft: Bedrock Edition to allow for limitless possibilities!

BENEFITS OF MINECRAFT JAVA SERVERS

• Endless customization with Plugins, Mods, and Data packs
• Easily change and play on different versions of Minecraft
• Supports custom server types including Forge
• Allows for server networks consisting of multiple servers
• Ability to use Plugins to support Bedrock Edition

DISADVANTAGES OF MINECRAFT JAVA SERVERS

• Only playable on computers and in Minecraft: Java Edition

HOW TO CREATE A MINECRAFT SERVER

1. Begin by selecting the Minecraft game and version you’d like to host from the Nitrado ordering page. You can get a Minecraft Java Edition server or a Minecraft Bedrock Edition server, and we will include links to those below!
   
   1. Minecraft (Vanilla) | Minecraft: Java Edition
   2. Minecraft (Bukkit / Spigot) | Minecraft: Java Edition
   3. Minecraft (Bedrock Edition) | Minecraft: Bedrock Edition
   4. Additionally, there are many Minecraft server options featuring adventure maps, minigames, and more that you can choose from with options like Sky Factory, Diversity 2, and Hexxit that are played on Minecraft: Java Edition!
2. Select that game to go to its specific order page.
3. You will now have several server options to choose from. Select the package that best suits your needs taking into consideration the player slots, the RAM, and the cycle of the server.
   
4. After selecting the plan, if you are not signed in or do not yet have an account, you will be asked to “Register now for free” to create your account.
5. After that, pick your preferred payment method for the server and then click the “ORDER” button to continue with that server payment.
   
6. Input your payment information (all information is safe and secure) and then click “Continue” to finalize the payment.
7. Immediately after, you will now be able to access your server from that account you created and you will also receive an email with your server information and instructions.

TRY JAVA OR BEDROCK SERVERS WITH FRIENDS!

Now that you know the difference between Minecraft Bedrock servers and Minecraft Java Edition servers, which type of server will you choose? No matter which you pick, you’ll gain the ability to play together and have a blast as you explore the world of Minecraft with your friends and family having a blast while using your full creativity! Play on your own Minecraft Bedrock server or Minecraft Java server today and begin your unique adventure with your gaming crew!