Better ranks
by Xcen
Better ranks is a server-side Fabric mod for rank and chat customization, with a Paper build also available for server platforms.
What it does
Server operators can define as many ranks as they need, each with a solid or multi-color gradient, and those ranks appear as prefixes in chat, colored entries in the tab list and badges beside player names. Commands let staff look up players by nick and list the ranks that exist.
Key features
Unlimited custom ranks
Ranks can be created in any number, each with a solid color or a multi-color gradient.
Chat and tab list formatting
Rank prefixes, gradient names and colored badges appear in chat and in the tab list.
Custom nicks and messages
Players can set nicks with gradient colors, and join, leave and welcome messages support gradients.
Gallery
Compatibility
Latest build for each game version and loader.
Only full game releases are shown. This mod publishes no snapshot builds.
How it compares
ESSX Rank Manager runs on Fabric for 1.21.10 – 26.1.2 with server required and client optional, under All rights reserved. BETier is a Fabric client-side only mod under the MIT License, covering 1.21.1 – 1.21.11, so it targets a different side of the connection.
| Mod | Loaders | Game versions | Environment | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Better ranks | Fabric | 1.21.8 – 26.3 | Server-side only | 2026-09-18 |
| ESSX Rank Manager | Fabric | 1.21.10 – 26.1.2 | Server required, client optional | 2026-09-19 |
| BETier | Fabric | 1.21.1 – 1.21.11 | Client-side only | 2026-10-10 |
Questions
Does Better ranks need to be installed on the client?
More from Xcen
What the author says
✨ Custom Ranks - The Ultimate Rank & Chat System for Fabric ✨ 🎨 Create unlimited ranks with custom colors and multi-color gradients
Official listing
- Modrinth page
- modrinth.com/mod/better-ranks
- Owner
- Xcen
- Published
- 2026-07-27
- Updated on Modrinth
- 2026-09-18
- Facts verified
- 2026-10-15