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Badlion vs Lunar Client

Badlion lands on Depends, and Lunar Client lands on Worth it.

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Badlion versus Lunar Client
CompareBadlionLunar Client
VerdictDependsWorth it
Best forCompetitive Hypixel PvP/Skyblock playersHypixel and PvP Java players
Who it's not forCasual players . vanilla or OptiFine covers itBedrock Edition players . it's Java-only
PrivacyLog4Shell (CVE-2021-44228) affected the client in 2021; a 2017 'unauthorized access' incident was discussed; no public security page found.⁷Official security page and safety guide exist; one researcher post references a breach . unverified in sources reviewed; main domain rated likely legit.
Support qualityNo direct support evidence in sourcesEmail/Discord only; widespread dissatisfaction reported
Public sentimentMixed: competitive players call it OG and some prefer it over Lunar in certain modes, while casual players say you don't need it.²Popular and free among Java PvP players, but Trustpilot reviewers express widespread dissatisfaction and some report crashes.12
Biggest gotchaLunar Client . its main rival . acquired Badlion in 2025; roadmap uncertain.¹Copycat domains like are very young . scam risk off-site

Pick Badlion when

  • Competitive Hypixel PvP/Skyblock players
  • Players wanting FPS + mods in one client
  • Players who prefer it over Lunar

When Badlion is not a fit

  • Casual players . vanilla or OptiFine covers it
  • Heavy modded players . Forge fits better
  • Anyone wanting a public security page or vendor transparency
  • Anyone averse to freemium cosmetic upsells

Pick Lunar Client when

  • Hypixel and PvP Java players
  • Players wanting FPS gains without manual mod setup
  • Cosmetic collectors
  • One launcher for multiple Minecraft versions

When Lunar Client is not a fit

  • Bedrock Edition players . it's Java-only
  • Anyone expecting free Minecraft . a real account is still required
  • Heavy custom modpack players . custom-mod support is limited
  • Buyers needing polished, fast customer support

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  10. Badlion Premium+ Storestore.badlion.net
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  12. Lunar Client Reviewstrustpilot.com
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  16. Product security pagelunarclient.com
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