CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Better HP
Display's your HP and Armor bar as numeric values! Scales with player no need for overflow addons!
Quick answer
Which Better HP release should I use?
Better HP better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric, NeoForge. The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is Better HP required on the client, server, or both?
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
The source does not explicitly classify this release as client-only or server-only.
What else does Better HP better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x need?
better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x. Change the file and its required mods may change too.
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
This file does not list any required or optional mods.
Before you install it
Add Better HP without breaking your instance.
Built for Better HP better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x. It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric, NeoForge; another release may have different loader, side or dependency requirements.
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Bring the mods it needs
This file does not list any required mods. Do not add a library just because a different file uses it.
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Put it on the correct side
The project page does not say whether this file belongs on the client, dedicated server, or both.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Better HP add?

You can still toggle everything and move it where you want!


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Overview
Better HP is a Minecraft client-only mod designed to enhance your gameplay experience by offering a more intuitive and informative way to view and manage your health, armor, and hunger stats in-game. By replacing traditional heart and armor icons with a sleek, customizable numerical system, Better HP allows you to track your health status at a glance.
NO NEED FOR OVERFLOW MODS! Better HP will display over 20 HP and over 20 armor, syncing seamlessly with the player!
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Features
Numerical Health Display: Experience precision with your health shown as numbers instead of vague hearts. Know exactly how much damage you've taken and how much health you have left!
Armor Value Display: Better HP shows your armor value right on the HUD, eliminating the need to guess your protection level and providing clear insight into your defenses.
Absorption Hearts: Quickly assess the extra protection provided by absorption effects like Golden Apples with a clear display next to your health.
Numerical Hunger Display: Track your hunger with precise numbers, making it easy to manage your food needs efficiently.
Effect-Driven Colors: Visualize the impact of status effects with dynamically changing colors:
- Wither Effect: Health text turns a sinister dark purple.
Freezing Effect: Experience an icy aqua color. -- Poison Effect: Watch as your health turns a sickly green.
Customizable Positioning: Optimize the placement of health, armor, and hunger numbers so they're perfectly aligned with other HUD elements, keeping your interface clean and informative.
Configuration File: Easily enable, disable, or customize features to suit your personal preferences.
How It Works
Better HP integrates seamlessly into the Minecraft GUI, replacing default health, armor, and hunger bars. By intercepting the rendering process, the mod provides a numerical display of health, armor, and hunger values. It also adapts to different status effects by changing text color to match the effect currently applied to your character.
Compatibility
- Minecraft Version: 1.20.1
- Forge Version: 47.0.0 and above
- Fabric Version: Compatible with Fabric Loader 0.14.21 and above
- Client Only: Designed to run on the client side only, ensuring it doesn't affect server performance and is safe to use on any server that allows client mods.
Installation
- Download: Get the latest version of Better HP from the CurseForge page.
- Install Forge/Fabric: Ensure you have Forge or Fabric installed and running on your Minecraft client.
- Add to Mods Folder: Place the downloaded mod file into your Minecraft mods folder.
- Launch Minecraft: Start Minecraft with the Forge or Fabric profile and enjoy the enhanced health, armor, and hunger display!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Will Better HP work with other mods?
A: Yes, Better HP is compatible with most other mods. It only changes the client-side HUD, so it doesn't interfere with gameplay mechanics.
Q: Can I change the positioning of the health, armor, Oxygen, and hunger numbers?
A: Yes, you can! The config file allows you to enable or disable armor, health, hunger displays, and customize their locations.
Q: Does this mod affect server performance?
A: No, Better HP is a client-only mod and doesn't interact with server operations. You can use it on any server that permits client-side mods.
Planned Features
- Customizable Colors: Set your preferred colors for health, armor, and hunger displays.
Advanced Configuration: Fine-tune the positioning of health, armor, and hunger displays to suit your personal preferences.- HUD Integration: Additional HUD elements for other stats like stamina (future updates).
Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Better HP by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
26.1.1
2 loader builds26.1
2 loader builds1.21.11
2 loader builds1.21.10
2 loader builds1.21.3
2 loader builds1.21.2
2 loader builds1.21.1
2 loader builds1.21
1 loader build1.20.6
2 loader builds1.20.5
2 loader builds1.20.4
2 loader buildsShowing the newest 12 of 15 game versions. Older files are in the list below.
Check the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Better HP versions and loaders
better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x
better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x.jar
12 May 2026
better-hp-26.1.x-1.0.1
better-hp-26.1.x-1.0.1.jar
12 May 2026
better-hp-26.1.1-1.0.0
better-hp-26.1.1-1.0.0.jar
1 May 2026
better_hp-1.0.0-26.1
better_hp-1.0.0-26.1.jar
1 May 2026
better_hp-2.2.3-1.21.1
better_hp-2.2.3-1.21.1.jar
25 Apr 2026
better_hp-2.1.0-1.21.1
better_hp-2.1.0-1.21.1.jar
15 Mar 2026
better-hp-1.21.1-2.0.7
better-hp-1.21.1-2.0.7.jar
8 Mar 2026
better-hp-1.21.1-2.0.6
better-hp-1.21.1-2.0.6.jar
1 Mar 2026
better_hp-2.0.6-1.21.1
better_hp-2.0.6-1.21.1.jar
1 Mar 2026
better_hp-8.1.0-1.20.1-forge
better_hp-8.1.0-1.20.1-forge.jar
22 Jan 2026
better_hp-2.0.5-1.21.1
better_hp-2.0.5-1.21.1.jar
10 Jan 2026
better-hp-1.21.11-1.0.0
better-hp-1.21.11-1.0.0.jar
25 Dec 2025
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.
