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Godlike Launcher
Godlike Digital Solutions
Free planWindows
Best Minecraft Launchers in 2026
Minecraft launchers manage game versions and related setup; choose based on the features you need and where you plan to run one. If you want to use a launcher on an Android phone or tablet, check its Android support directly. Compare desktop support, instance and modpack tools, mod loaders, Java runtime management, updates, and pricing before choosing.
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Modrinth is an open-source service available on the web and desktop, with free and paid plans.
Free planOpen sourceWebAPILinux
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LabyMod 4 is a Minecraft Java Edition client that brings over 100 mods into one installation.
Free planAndroidiOSLinux
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Thendrask Launcher
Free Linux, macOS and Windows Minecraft app with a modpack catalog and tools for Java and loaders.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.8From $3 a month - 5
Minecraft Launcher
Android and iOS apps are available; the PC hub manages game versions, profiles, servers and mod support.
Free planAndroidiOSLinuxmacOS7.8Free plan - 6
Prism Launcher
Free Windows, macOS and Linux app for creating Minecraft setups with modpacks, loaders and Java control.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.7Free plan - 7
FLauncher
Open-source desktop launcher with separate instances, a modpack catalog and Java runtime management.
Free planOpen sourceLinuxmacOSWindows7.6Free plan - 8
CurseForge
CurseForge is a catalog for finding and downloading Minecraft mods and modpacks.
Free planWeb7.6Free plan - 9
ATLauncher
Free Windows, macOS and Linux app for Minecraft modpacks, with loader choices and Java controls.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.5Free plan - 10
Godlike.Host
Godlike.Host pairs paid Minecraft hosting with free web tools that need no server at all: a seed map for scouting worlds, a circle generator for…
Free planWebWindows7.5Free plan - 11
Refract
Refract is a free software launcher for managing Minecraft modpacks on Windows, macOS, and Linux.
Free planWindowsmacOSLinux7.3Free plan - 12
Basalt Launcher
Basalt Launcher is a free, open-source Minecraft launcher written in Rust for Linux, Windows, and macOS.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.3Free plan - 13
GDLauncher
Free Minecraft app for Linux, macOS and Windows that lets you keep setups and import modpacks.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.2Free plan - 14
Cactus MC Launcher
Cactus MC Launcher is a free desktop launcher for Minecraft instances, modpacks, and dedicated servers.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.2Free plan - 15
MultiMC
Free desktop launcher with instances, modpack import, multiple loaders, Java tools and a catalog.
LinuxmacOSWindows7.2 - 16
Shard Launcher
Open-source launcher for desktop and self-hosted use, built around stable, reproducible instances.
Free planLinuxmacOSSelf-hostedWindows7.2Free plan - 17
Spectra Launcher
Free Linux, macOS and Windows app with a modpack library and tools for loaders and Java.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.1Free plan - 18
X Minecraft Launcher
X Minecraft Launcher is a free launcher for Minecraft on Windows, macOS and Linux.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.1Free plan - 19
FTB App
Free-plan app for Windows, macOS and Linux with a modpack catalog and Java and loader tools.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.1Free plan - 20
OpenJar Launcher
Free Windows, macOS and Linux app for Minecraft modpacks, with a catalog and automatic updates.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.0Free plan - 21
PolyMC
Free Linux, macOS and Windows Minecraft app with loader choices, Java controls and modpack imports.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows7.0Free plan - 22
Onyx Launcher
Free Windows and Linux Minecraft app with Java controls and support for importing modpacks.
Free planLinuxWindows7.0Free plan - 23
Justice Client
Free planLinuxWindows7.0$1 one-time - 24
Fjord Launcher
Free Minecraft app for Linux, macOS and Windows with Java controls and support for different loaders.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.9Free plan - 25
Portal Launcher
Free desktop launcher with separate instances, catalog modpack import, multiple loaders and a catalog.
Free planLinuxmacOSWindows6.9Free plan
Choosing well
Can I use a Minecraft launcher on Android?
Check the launcher's platform details before installing: Android support varies, and a desktop launcher may not run on a phone or tablet.
If you plan to play on a Xiaomi, Redmi, or POCO device, confirm Android compatibility for the specific launcher rather than assuming it is optimized for your device or HyperOS.
Which platforms does the launcher need to run on?
Choose a launcher that supports the operating system on the device you plan to use. Compare Windows, Linux, macOS, and Android support in the product details.
Some tools also list self-hosted or API platforms, which may matter for a setup beyond a personal desktop or phone.
What mod and instance features should I compare?
Look for the features your setup needs: separate instances, modpack import, mod loader support, Java runtime management, or a built-in modpack catalog.
A launcher that supports the mod loader or modpack you want can make it easier to keep that setup organized. Check the feature details before deciding.
Is the launcher free, and does it update automatically?
Compare whether a launcher has a free plan and whether it lists a paid starting price or free trial. Check the terms for the plan you intend to use.
Automatic updates are a separate comparison point. Confirm how updates work if you prefer to manage launcher changes yourself.
Questions people ask
Can I use a Minecraft launcher on my Xiaomi phone?
Check the specific launcher's platform details for Android support. Do not assume a desktop launcher works on a Xiaomi phone or has Xiaomi- or HyperOS-specific support.
What should I look for in a Minecraft launcher?
Compare platform support, pricing, separate instances, modpack import, mod loaders, Java runtime management, built-in modpack catalogs, and automatic updates.
Do Minecraft launchers support modpacks?
Modpack support varies. Check whether the launcher supports modpack import or offers a built-in modpack catalog, and confirm support for the mod loader you need.
Are Minecraft launchers free?
Pricing varies. Check whether the launcher has a free plan, a paid starting price, or a free trial, and review the plan terms.
Can a Minecraft launcher manage Java for me?
Java runtime management is a feature to compare. Check the launcher's details to see whether it offers it.