Game Sub Cost Realms (Java)
- Always-on Java server run by Mojang
- Up to 10 friends plus the owner
- Backups and world uploads
- No mods or plugins
Minecraft Realms cost calculator
Enter your edition, group size and how long you'll play. See the cost per player, and whether Realms or a hosted server is cheaper.
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Minecraft Realms prices
Check the listed tiers and billing terms. Use the account-country selector where available for local prices.
| Tier | Monthly |
|---|---|
| Realms (Java) | $7.99 |
| Realms Core (Bedrock) | $3.99 |
| Realms Plus (Bedrock) | $7.99 |
What each tier includes
See what each tier includes, then choose the features you will actually use.
Realms Core (Bedrock)
- Bedrock server on console, mobile and Windows
- Owner plus 2 friends at once
- Cross-play across Bedrock devices
Realms Plus (Bedrock)
- Owner plus 10 friends at once
- Rotating catalog of Marketplace packs
- Cross-play across Bedrock devices
Break-even, in plain numbers
Realms is a flat fee for the owner, so the cost per player falls as your group grows. At $7.99 a month, four players pay about $2 each. Ten players pay under $1 each.
A hosted server wins once you need mods or plugins, more than 11 people online at once, or a host’s long-term discount brings the monthly price below Realms. Put your host’s quote into the calculator and the cheaper option shows at the top.
Free planning worksheets
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Minecraft Server Planning Checklist
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Cheapest ways to pay for Minecraft Realms
Review billing choices and other ways to reduce the cost of the membership.
- Split it
- Only the owner pays. Everyone else joins free, so a group of four on Realms (Java) pays about $2 each a month.
- Pick the smallest Bedrock tier that fits
- Realms Core is half the price of Realms Plus. If only three of you play at once, Core does the job.
- Pause between seasons
- Cancel when the group drifts off. Your world stays saved, so you can come back to it when you resubscribe.
- Gift cards
- Check the payment methods supported by the store where you subscribe. Compare the final renewal price before buying any gift card.
Trials and discounts
Review trial eligibility and offers before comparing them with the regular renewal cost.
- Free trial
- Realms Plus has offered a free trial to new subscribers. Check the store page before you subscribe.
Cancelling Minecraft Realms
See how cancellation affects your paid period and which benefits you keep or lose.
Cancel from the account you subscribed with (Minecraft.net, Microsoft Store, Xbox, PlayStation or mobile store). The Realm stays open until the end of the paid period.
You keep
- Your world, which you can download as a backup
- Access until the billing period ends
You lose
- The always-on server
- Marketplace catalog access on Realms Plus
Price history
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FAQ
Find answers to common questions about the costs, features and assumptions covered on this page.
How much does Minecraft Realms cost?
In the US, Realms for Java and Realms Plus for Bedrock list at $7.99 a month, and Realms Core for Bedrock at $3.99 a month. Check the price table above for the date we last checked.
Is Minecraft Realms worth it?
For a small group that wants zero setup, usually yes. It gets worse value if you want mods, more than 11 players online, or a server running for years.
Do my friends need to pay for Realms?
No. Only the owner pays. Friends need their own copy of Minecraft for the same edition.
Can Java and Bedrock players join the same Realm?
No. Java Realms and Bedrock Realms are separate. Bedrock Realms work across consoles, mobile and Windows.
Is a hosted server cheaper than Realms?
Often, for bigger groups or modded play. Enter your host's monthly quote in the calculator to compare.