Just Enough Backups
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| Fact | Just Enough Backups | Nice Backup |
|---|---|---|
| License | The project is licensed under the MIT License. | The project states that it is licensed under the MIT License. |
| Release | The releases page lists version 1.2.0.7+26.3 as latest, released September 15, 2026. | The GitHub releases page lists v1.1.0 as the latest release. |
| Retention | Retention can keep a configured number of each backup type and enforce an optional total backup size cap per world. | The default policy retains the last three backups; configurable rules support keeping backups by count, days, hours, weeks, or months. |
| Scheduling | Automatic backups can use separate schedules by backup type and can run on server start or stop. | Backups run daily at 3 AM by default, and the schedule can be customized with cron expressions. |
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Pick Just Enough Backups if…
It suits Java Edition server operators who want scheduled world backups and an in-game way to manage them. It is also relevant to operators who need separate retention settings or partial and differential backups.
Pick Nice Backup if…
It suits Bedrock server operators who want scheduled or manual world backups without stopping the server. It is also useful when configurable retention and .mcworld exports are needed.