Better MC Versions - Complete Comparison
Better MC uses a numbering system (BMC1 through BMC5) that corresponds to Minecraft version generations and mod loaders — they are NOT sequential upgrades of the same pack. Each BMC number targets a different Minecraft version.
Active Versions
| Version | Mod Loader | Minecraft | Mods | Latest Release | Date | Downloads | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMC4 [FORGE] | Forge | 1.20.1 | 393 | v55.5 | Jan 10, 2026 | 15M+ | Most Popular |
| BMC5 [NEOFORGE] | NeoForge | 1.21.1 | ~300 | v47 | Jan 12, 2026 | 1.7M+ | Latest MC Version |
| BMC3 [FABRIC] | Fabric | 1.21.1 | ~280 | v43 | Jan 17, 2026 | 1.2M+ | Active |
| BMC2 [FABRIC] | Fabric | 1.20.1 | ~250 | v40 | Jan 24, 2026 | 2M+ | Active |
Which Version Should I Choose?
BMC4 [FORGE] — The Most Popular Choice
Best for: players who want the most stable, tested, and content-rich experience.
- 15M+ downloads
- Forge for Minecraft 1.20.1
- Largest mod selection (393 mods)
- Most community support and guides
- Recommended for most players
BMC5 [NEOFORGE] — The Cutting Edge
Best for: players who want the latest Minecraft features (1.21.1).
- Uses NeoForge (the successor to Forge)
- Growing rapidly
- Some mods may still be catching up to 1.21.1
BMC3 [FABRIC] — Fabric for 1.21.1
Best for: Fabric users who want 1.21.1.
- Generally lighter on system resources than Forge
- Good alternative if you prefer the Fabric ecosystem
BMC2 [FABRIC] — Fabric for 1.20.1
Best for: Fabric users who want the stability of 1.20.1.
- Compatible with most 1.20.1 Fabric mods
Forge vs Fabric vs NeoForge
Forge
The original mod loader. Largest mod ecosystem, most compatibility. Used by BMC4.
Fabric
Lightweight, fast-loading. Growing ecosystem. Used by BMC2 and BMC3.
NeoForge
Community fork of Forge for 1.21+. The future of Forge-style modding. Used by BMC5.
All three are fully supported by Better MC. Your choice depends on which Minecraft version you want and your mod loader preference.
Legacy Versions (No Longer Updated)
| Version | Mod Loader | Minecraft | Downloads | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BMC1 [FABRIC] | Fabric | 1.19.2 | 7.5M+ | Discontinued |
| BMC1 [FORGE] | Forge | 1.16.5 | 5.6M+ | Discontinued |
| BMC2 [FORGE] | Forge | 1.18.2 | 2.3M+ | Discontinued |
| BMC3 [FORGE] | Forge | 1.19.2 | 2.3M+ | Discontinued |
These versions can still be downloaded from CurseForge but receive no updates.
Total Downloads
The Better MC franchise has accumulated over 38 million downloads across all versions on CurseForge alone, making it one of the most downloaded modpack series in Minecraft history.
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