Built for Modpacks
Free multiplayer + discovery for any modpack
Feature Comparison
Capabilities across popular multiplayer solutions
| Feature | Tunnely | Essentials | E4MC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Modpack Detection | |||
| Public Server Browser | |||
| Multi‑Hop Relay Routing | |||
| Free (No Port Forwarding) | |||
| Compatibility Filters | |||
| Player Capacity Tracking | |||
| End-to-End Encryption | |||
| Bandwidth Compression | |||
| Stable (No Crashes) |
Why These Features Matter
Key capabilities derived from project documentation
Automatic compatibility. Detects Minecraft version, loader, and modpack ID/version for seamless joins.Source: docs/COMPATIBILITY-SYSTEM.md
Public server browser & visibility modes. Public, Friends Only, Invite Only — controlled and secure discovery.Source: docs/VISIBILITY-SYSTEM.md
Free multiplayer for any modpack. No port forwarding — global relay mesh with optimized routes, multi‑hop when beneficial.Source: docs/MULTI-HOP-IMPLEMENTATION-SUMMARY.md, docs/modrinth.md
Player capacity tracking. Live player counts and capacity enforcement across UI and relay.Source: docs/PLAYER-CAPACITY-SYSTEM.md
Reliable encryption. V2 key sync with proactive init, validation, and caching.Source: docs/ENCRYPTION-V2-IMPROVEMENTS.md
Why Choose Tunnely?
Everything you need for hassle-free Minecraft multiplayer hosting
How We Compare
Stability comparison across popular options
Stability Score
Internal testing across typical hosting sessions
Scores are indicative based on internal testing; actual results may vary by setup.
Need Maximum Privacy?
Try Tunnely P2P for direct peer-to-peer connections
Tunnely P2P
A lightweight fork designed for 100% direct connections with zero infrastructure
P2P Advantages
- 100% Direct P2P - No relay servers or third-party infrastructure
- Complete Privacy - No data collection, no accounts, no tracking
- Lowest Latency - Direct connections with no relay overhead
- Token-Based - Simple connection tokens, no registration
- End-to-End Encryption - ChaCha20-Poly1305 with forward secrecy
P2P Limitations
- May require port forwarding or compatible NAT types
- No server browser or public discovery features
- No friend list or social features
- Token must be manually shared via Discord/messages
- Won't work behind restrictive NAT/firewalls (CGNAT, etc.)
⚠️ Important
Most users should use regular Tunnely. Tunnely P2P requires networking knowledge and either port forwarding OR compatible NAT types between players. Many ISPs use Carrier-Grade NAT (CGNAT) that prevents direct P2P connections entirely.
Both versions are free, open-source, and can be installed together