Minecraft Launcher vs Shard Launcher
| Minecraft Launcher | Shard Launcher | |
|---|---|---|
| Free plan | Yes | Yes |
| Free trial | Yes | No |
| Paid from | Free | Free |
| Platforms | Android, iOS, Linux, macOS, Windows | Linux, macOS, self-hosted, Windows |
| Free plan | Yes | |
| Separate instances | Yes | Yes |
| Java runtime management | Yes | |
| Automatic updates | Yes | |
| Script editing | Yes | |
| Supported formats | .mcworld, .mctemplate, .mcproject | |
| Supported platforms | Windows 10 or later | |
| Paid from | 3.99 /mo | |
| Native Bedrock server | Yes | |
| Java–Bedrock crossplay | No | |
| Console join | Yes | |
| Add-ons & packs | Yes | |
| Minecraft edition | bedrock | |
| Component categories | body size and shape; limbs; eyes; mouth; hairstyles; hair colors; facial hair; skin tones; wings; ears; tails; capes; accessories | |
| Animation support | Yes | |
| Saved outfit limit | 5 outfits | |
| Edition support | java | |
| Java–Bedrock cross-play | No | |
| Server platforms | multi_platform | |
| Modpack import | file | |
| Mod loader support | multiple |
Listed together in Best Minecraft Launchers