Cuberite
7.0#2 in minecraft server softwareFree planFree planAndroidAPILinuxmacOS
VisitCuberite vs Minecraft Forge
Minecraft Forge
6.2#7 in minecraft server softwareFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Cuberite | Minecraft Forge |
|---|---|---|
| Downloads | The download page lists builds for Linux, Windows, macOS, Android, and source code. | The file site provides Installer, Changelog, and Mod Developer Kit (MDK) downloads for Minecraft versions. |
| Purpose | Cuberite is a free and open-source game server compatible with Minecraft Java Edition. | Forge modifies Minecraft base files to assist compatibility between mods. |
| Support | The project directs users with questions to its forum and Discord server and provides an online user manual. | The project directs support and questions to its support forum and Discord server. |
Cuberite plans
- CuberiteFree
Minecraft Forge plans
- FreeFree
Pick Cuberite if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Minecraft Forge if…
Forge suits Minecraft Java Edition players who want to use compatible mods, as well as developers building mods. Mod development is aimed at users with a Java Development Kit and familiarity with an IDE.