10 Best Minecraft Factions Servers — Raid, Build, Conquer (2026)
Factions gameplay combines base building with PvP raiding. These servers have the most active faction wars and balanced economies in the game right now.
Last updated: May 2026
Factions gameplay combines base building with PvP raiding. These servers have the most active faction wars and balanced economies in the game right now.
We analyzed hundreds of factions servers and ranked them by real player votes, live player counts, and uptime data. Every server on this list was verified to be online and actively maintained. No paid placements — every ranking is earned by the community.
Quick Overview
Here are our top picks at a glance — click any server to jump to its full review:
- BendersMC — 62,281 votes
- Relheim Network — 2,167 votes
- SPSMP — 1,325 votes
- Frosty Ferns — 358 votes
- ElementalMC — 167 votes
- Frostspire Network — 56 votes
- EvoxMC — 55 votes
- SPSMP — 49 votes
- Fate Of Factions — 25 votes
- Avalon Lifesteal | Project Mitherz — 17 votes
1. BendersMC
| Server IP | play.bendersmc.co |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Velocity 1.21-26.1 |
| Community Votes | 62,281 |
| Game Modes | Factions, Survival, Minigames |
# **🌍 MASTER THE FOUR ELEMENTS IN VANILLA MINECRAFT 🌍** ## No mods. No limits. Just pure bending power. ### Become the AVATAR and command Fire 🔥, Water 💧, Air 🌪️, and Earth 🪨 like never before on BendersMC — a Four-Elements Survival & Factions server built to push Minecraft PvP to the next level. **⚔️ Elemental Bending Powers – Every player unlocks unique abilities tied to their element 🔥 H
With over 62,281 community votes, BendersMC has earned serious trust from the Minecraft community. Beyond factions, this server also offers Survival, Minigames — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full BendersMC Profile | Vote for BendersMC
2. Relheim Network
| Server IP | play.relheim.com |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Velocity 1.7.2-1.21.11 |
| Community Votes | 2,167 |
| Game Modes | Factions, Lifesteal, Survival |
Welcome to Relheim Network! We have the best Modern Factions community out there!
With over 2,167 community votes, Relheim Network has earned serious trust from the Minecraft community. Beyond factions, this server also offers Lifesteal, Survival — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full Relheim Network Profile | Vote for Relheim Network
3. SPSMP
| Server IP | spsmp.net |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Velocity 1.7.2-1.21.11 |
| Community Votes | 1,325 |
| Game Modes | Factions, PvP, SMP, Survival |
A survival server with custom features, items, and abilities.
With over 1,325 community votes, SPSMP has earned serious trust from the Minecraft community. Beyond factions, this server also offers PvP, SMP, Survival — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full SPSMP Profile | Vote for SPSMP
4. Frosty Ferns
| Server IP | frostyferns.soon.it |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Latest |
| Community Votes | 358 |
| Game Modes | Factions, Survival |
Fight, Build, Survive.
Frosty Ferns has collected 358 votes from players who keep coming back.
👉 View Full Frosty Ferns Profile | Vote for Frosty Ferns
5. ElementalMC
| Server IP | vote.elementalmc.live:19132 |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | 1.21.8+ |
| Community Votes | 167 |
| Game Modes | Factions, PvP, Survival, Economy |
# **ElementalMC** **True PublicSMP Elemental Survival** *(Java + Bedrock Crossplay)* 🎮 **IP:** `vote.elementalmc.live` 🕹️ **Port:** `19132` 🌐 **Version:** `1.21.11+` ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ ### 🌪️ **Become the Element** Choose your path: `🪨` **Earth** | `🌪` **Air** | `🔥` **Fire** | `💧` **Water** No cosmetic gimmicks. No basic potion effects. You get **real elemental abilities** that chang
ElementalMC has collected 167 votes from players who keep coming back. Beyond factions, this server also offers PvP, Survival, Economy — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full ElementalMC Profile | Vote for ElementalMC
6. Frostspire Network
| Server IP | frostspire.mc-join.net |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Paper 1.21.11 |
| Community Votes | 56 |
| Game Modes | Factions, Lifesteal, Skyblock, Survival |
Frostspire Network – Reforged & Unstoppable
Beyond factions, this server also offers Lifesteal, Skyblock, Survival — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full Frostspire Network Profile | Vote for Frostspire Network
7. EvoxMC
| Server IP | mc.evoxmc.eu |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Velocity 1.20-26.1 |
| Community Votes | 55 |
| Game Modes | Factions, OneBlock, Skyblock, Survival |
EvoxMC is a rising Baltic Minecraft Network, which offers an enjoyable experience
Beyond factions, this server also offers OneBlock, Skyblock, Survival — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full EvoxMC Profile | Vote for EvoxMC
8. SPSMP
| Server IP | mc.spsmp.net:19132 |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Latest |
| Community Votes | 49 |
| Game Modes | Factions, PvP, SMP, Survival |
Sword PVP, Custom Totems, Crossplay
Beyond factions, this server also offers PvP, SMP, Survival — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full SPSMP Profile | Vote for SPSMP
9. Fate Of Factions
| Server IP | play.fateofminecraft.net |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Latest |
| Community Votes | 25 |
| Game Modes | Factions, PvP |
Fate of Factions Minecraft Server- Fusion PvP, 2s cannoning, great economy
👉 View Full Fate Of Factions Profile | Vote for Fate Of Factions
10. Avalon Lifesteal | Project Mitherz
| Server IP | fi.hostingmitherz.de:25571 |
| Platform | Java |
| Version | Latest |
| Community Votes | 17 |
| Game Modes | Factions, Lifesteal, PvP, SMP, Survival |
Avalon Lifesteal: Discord: https://discord.gg/DmrVxXAvrA
Beyond factions, this server also offers Lifesteal, PvP, SMP — giving you plenty to do.
👉 View Full Avalon Lifesteal | Project Mitherz Profile | Vote for Avalon Lifesteal | Project Mitherz
How to Join a Factions Server
Joining any server from this list takes under a minute:
- Launch Minecraft (Java or Bedrock edition)
- Click Multiplayer → Add Server
- Paste the Server IP from the list above
- Click Join Server — you're in!
Tip: Bookmark this page — we update it regularly with the freshest data so you always have the best options.
How We Rank These Servers
Our rankings are 100% data-driven — no server can pay for a higher position. Here's what goes into the algorithm:
- Player Votes — Real votes from players who actually play on these servers
- Live Player Count — We ping every server multiple times per hour to track real online players
- Server Uptime — Servers that stay online reliably rank higher
- Community Activity — Servers with active Discord communities and regular updates get a boost
This list refreshes automatically every week with the latest data from Best Minecraft Server List.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best factions server in Minecraft right now?
Based on our data, BendersMC currently leads the factions category with the most votes and active players in May 2026.
How do I join a factions server?
Open Minecraft, go to Multiplayer, click "Add Server", paste the IP address from the table above, and hit Join. The whole process takes about 30 seconds.
Are these servers free to play?
Yes — every server on this list is free to join. Some offer optional cosmetics or ranks you can purchase, but the core gameplay is always free.
Can I play on these servers with Bedrock edition?
Some servers support both Java and Bedrock editions (marked as "Java & Bedrock" in the platform column). Check each server's profile for specific compatibility details.
How often is this "Best Factions Servers" list updated?
This list updates automatically every week based on fresh player data, votes, and real-time uptime metrics from Best Minecraft Server List. The date at the top shows the last refresh.
Why should I trust this ranking?
Unlike other server lists, our rankings are 100% based on real data — player votes, live player counts, and uptime monitoring. No server can buy a higher position. What you see is what real players chose.
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