
Modrinth · Minecraft mod
BetterHP
A better visual system for your vanilla HUD ! Fully customizable
Quick answer
Which BetterHP release should I use?
BetterHP 26.1.x-1.0.1 targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric. It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server. No extra mods listed for this file.
Where it goes
Is BetterHP required on the client, server, or both?
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
This file is marked client-only.
What else does BetterHP 26.1.x-1.0.1 need?
26.1.x-1.0.1. 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 BetterHP without breaking your instance.
Built for BetterHP 26.1.x-1.0.1. Pick another file and the loader, install side or required mods may change.
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Stick to this file
Use 26.1.x-1.0.1. It targets 26.1, 26.1.1, 26.1.2 with Fabric; 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
It must be installed on the client. Do not install it on the dedicated server.
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Pick the file you checked
Use the “Get this file” button beside 26.1.x-1.0.1. It opens that exact file at the source.
About this project
What does BetterHP add?

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).
Summary
This updated description emphasizes the key features of Better HP, including the newly added numerical hunger display, compatibility with Fabric, and client-side-only functionality. The improved configuration options and planned features highlight the mod's flexibility and future growth potential.
If you have any more specific requirements or additional features you'd like to highlight, feel free to let me know!
Project description from Modrinth.
Pick your setup
BetterHP 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
BetterHP versions and loaders
26.1.x-1.0.1
better-hp-26.1.x-1.0.1.jar
12 Jun 2026
1.0.1-26.1.x
better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x.jar
12 Jun 2026
1.0.1-26.1.x
better_hp-1.0.1-26.1.x.jar
12 May 2026
26.1.x-1.0.1
better-hp-26.1.x-1.0.1.jar
12 May 2026
26.1.1-1.0.0
better-hp-26.1.1-1.0.0.jar
1 May 2026
1.0.0-26.1
better_hp-1.0.0-26.1.jar
1 May 2026
2.0.5-1.21.1
better_hp-2.0.5-1.21.1.jar
21 Feb 2026
1.21.11-1.0.0
better-hp-1.21.11-1.0.0.jar
25 Dec 2025
1.0.0-1.21.11
better_hp-1.0.0-1.21.11.jar
24 Dec 2025
1.21.10-1.0.0
better-hp-1.21.10-1.0.0.jar
24 Dec 2025
1.0.0
better_hp-1.0.0.jar
7 Nov 2025
2.0.3
better_hp-2.0.3.jar
17 May 2025
Looking for an older file? The official Modrinth project page is in Resources.
