Enzonic Relay vs ngrok for Minecraft
ngrok is a general-purpose tunnel built mainly for developers and web apps. It can carry a Minecraft Java server over TCP. Enzonic Relay is built for game servers only.
Updated October 17, 2026
Short answer
If you already pay for ngrok and only run a Java server, it works. If you want a free tunnel without adding a card, Bedrock support, or a fixed yourname.r.enzonic.dev address with no port, Enzonic Relay is made for that.
| Enzonic Relay Free | ngrok Free | |
|---|---|---|
| Card required for TCP tunnels | No | Yes, a credit or debit card is added (not charged) |
| Minecraft Java | Yes, joined at yourname.r.enzonic.dev with no port | Yes, over a TCP endpoint |
| Minecraft Bedrock (UDP) | Yes, with a dedicated port | Not covered by ngrok's Minecraft guide |
| Included | 6 tunnels, 3 agents, 20 players at once per tunnel and 100 GB a month | 3 online endpoints, 1 GB transfer out |
| Paid plans from | $2.49 / month | $10 / month (Hobbyist) |
| Built for | Game servers (Minecraft-aware routing and validation) | Web apps, APIs and general TCP |
Where ngrok is stronger
- HTTP and HTTPS tunnels with many developer features. Enzonic Relay does not offer web tunnels; it is for games.
Where Enzonic Relay is stronger for Minecraft
- No card on file for the free plan.
- Java players type a name with no port, because relay nodes route by the hostname in the Minecraft handshake.
- Bedrock tunnels over UDP, validated as RakNet before anything reaches your server.
- Live player counts and traffic history per tunnel.
Frequently asked questions
Can I use ngrok for a Minecraft server for free?
ngrok's Minecraft guide says TCP endpoints on the free plan need a valid credit or debit card, which is not charged. Enzonic Relay's free plan needs no card.
Does ngrok work with Minecraft Bedrock?
ngrok's Minecraft guide covers Java Edition. Bedrock uses UDP; Enzonic Relay has Bedrock tunnels on a dedicated UDP port.
Do players need to install anything?
No. With either service, players add the address in Minecraft like any other server.
Sources
Checked on 2026-10-17. Plans and prices change; check each provider's site for its current offer.
- ngrok: Using ngrok with Minecraft: Java Edition over TCP; TCP endpoints on the free plan require a valid credit or debit card, which is not charged.
- ngrok pricing: Free plan with 3 online endpoints and 1 GB transfer out; Hobbyist from $10 per month.
ngrok is a trademark of its owner. Enzonic Relay is not affiliated with ngrok.