GeyserMC program allows Bedrock players to join Java servers easily. (Image via GeyserMC) While Bedrock players cannot join any Java servers in the vanilla version, they can do so using GeyserMC.

The two editions of Minecraft do have important differences. These are all the things you should consider when deciding between Minecraft Bedrock and Java.

The Minecraft Bedrock edition can run on many different devices such as PS4, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, and mobile phones, whereas the Java edition only runs on PCs with Java installed.

Minecraft: Java Edition is the original version of the game for computers, while Bedrock is a newer version available on nearly every device.