Bedrock Edition server software

Unlike the official Java Edition server software, the unofficial Bedrock Edition server software usually lack many things that are present in Bedrock Edition vanilla server (built into the bedrock client). The servers are also free of Mojang source code. In many cases Bedrock Edition server software can outperform the official server software and can provide features beyond the capabilities of the vanilla bedrock server, like massive multiplayer experience and other interesting features. Unless stated otherwise, most Bedrock Edition server software are open source, free of charge, and free for all use, including commercial use.

Most Bedrock Edition server networks (including the featured servers) use unofficial software as Mojang's official server software for Bedrock Edition is currently in public alpha testing.

On September 11, 2018, Mojang released an early alpha version of the official Bedrock Edition server software.

Comparison
This is a comparison of available custom servers for the Bedrock Edition of Minecraft.

Servers that are listed here are required to have at least one publicly accessible release.

Proxy software list
Proxies allow transferring of players seamlessly between servers unlike the Transfer Packet.

Protocol Translator list
Protocol translators allow Bedrock Edition clients to connect to Java Edition servers.