CurseForge · Minecraft mod
Better Durability
A mod to prevent your precious tools, armor and shields from breaking!
Quick answer
Which Better Durability release should I use?
Better Durability 1.0.0 for Forge targets 1.20.1 with Forge. 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 Durability 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 Durability 1.0.0 for Forge need?
Better Durability 1.0.0 for Forge. 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 Durability without breaking your instance.
Built for Better Durability 1.0.0 for Forge. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use Better Durability 1.0.0 for Forge. It targets 1.20.1 with Forge; 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 Durability 1.0.0 for Forge. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does Better Durability add?


📖About
A mod to prevent your precious tools, armor and shields from breaking!

📘 Features
When the tool or armor you are using reaches durability of 1 (break on next use), it will render as Broken and you will not be able to use it until you repair it.
Swords, Pickaxes, Shovels, Axes, Hoes, Bows, Crossbows, Tridents, Fishing Rods, Shears, Flint and Steel, Armor, Shields and most modded items are supported!

📷 Media


💡 FAQ's
Q: Experiencing bugs/issues while using the mod?
A: Please, submit your bug/issue report here.
Q: Can I include this mod in my modpack?
A: Yes!

Make sure to check out my other mods 🤗
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Project description from CurseForge.
Pick your setup
Better Durability by Minecraft version and loader
Choose the version and loader you play, then open the matching release.
1.19.4
1 loader build1.19.3
1 loader build1.19.2
1 loader build1.18.2
1 loader build1.16.5
1 loader build1.16.4
1 loader build1.16.3
1 loader build1.16.2
1 loader build1.16.1
1 loader buildCheck the dependencies, then try the file in a copied instance before changing a world you care about.
Recent files
Better Durability versions and loaders
Better Durability 1.0.0 for Forge
betterdurability-1.20.1-forge-1.0.0.jar
27 Sept 2025
Better Durability 1.0.0 for Fabric
betterdurability-1.20.1-fabric-1.0.0.jar
27 Sept 2025
Better Durability-1.2.0 for 1.16.5
betterdurability-1.16.5-1.2.0.jar
27 Mar 2023
Better Durability-1.1.0 for 1.19.2
betterdurability-1.19.2-1.1.0.jar
4 Nov 2022
Better Durability-1.1.0 for 1.18.2
betterdurability-1.18.2-1.1.0.jar
3 Nov 2022
Looking for an older file? The official CurseForge project page is in Resources.