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BedrockMap vs BlueMap
Both stand on minecraft world map viewers. Which one you can start free with, which one lets you read the code, and what each costs once you pay.
Free plan AndroidAPIiPhone+3
BedrockMap offers customizable world maps with optional server features and a limited free plan. Review the free render limits and the Bedrock addon requirement if you want live server tracking.
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Free plan APILinuxSelf-hosted+1
BlueMap provides a free way to turn Java Edition worlds into browser-viewable surface maps, with plugin, mod, and CLI options. Plan for external SSL and authentication if those are needed for the webserver.
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| BedrockMap | BlueMap | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Open source | Not published | Not published |
| Runs on | Android, API, iPhone, Linux, Web, Windows | API, Linux, Self-hosted, Web |
| Lowest paid plan | Premium: $4 a month | Free or on request |
| Plans published | 2 | 1 |
| Maker | Not published | Not published |
| Website | bedrockmap.net | bluemap.bluecolored.de |
| On minecraft world map viewers | #1 of 22 | #3 of 22 |
BedrockMap: what it does well
- Maps Overworld, Nether, and End dimensions.
- Accepts world files up to 20GB.
- Premium supports live player tracking.
- Free plan includes public sharing links.
What to know first
- Free plan allows two renders per day.
- Free render area is limited to 1,500×1,500 blocks.
- Bedrock Premium addon requires a Dedicated Server.
BlueMap: what it does well
- Free to use.
- Available as server plugins, mods, or a standalone CLI.
- Converts only changed chunks after the initial map.
- Maps can be stored in files or an SQL server.
- Supports configurable map names and web app ordering.
What to know first
- Does not support Bedrock Edition worlds.
- Integrated webserver does not support SSL itself.
- BlueMap does not provide authentication itself.
- Server plugin and mod use requires Java 25 or newer.
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