FTB App review
A free-to-start launcher for FTB and CurseForge packs, with flexible instance and mod controls.
Reviewed by iTechGuides Editors · Editorial team · Updated Oct 2026
FTB App is a desktop launcher for players who want to browse, install, and manage Feed The Beast and CurseForge modpacks. It is especially suited to Feed The Beast pack users, while also supporting custom modpacks and multiple Minecraft instances. Forge, Fabric, and NeoForge are supported, and the launcher is available for Windows, macOS, and Linux. A standalone edition is available; the Windows edition can also use Overwolf.
Instance and mod management are central to the app. Players can maintain an instance library, add, remove, update, and search mods, and configure Java versions, Java arguments, and memory allocation per instance. The app also supports importing CurseForge packs from ZIP files, creating and sharing custom packs, updating modpacks, and installing modded Minecraft servers. Microsoft/Minecraft authentication, CurseForge, and Overwolf form its stated ecosystem connections. This breadth of controls makes it a fit for players who want to manage modded setups rather than only launch a standard game profile.
FTB App is free to start, but the published product information describes it as ad-supported and does not give a price list for paid plans. Its verified catalog coverage is narrower, so players who prioritize a wider selection of packs may prefer another launcher. There is also a discrepancy in the vendor's descriptions: the homepage labels custom instance creation and management as coming soon, while current documentation describes instance creation and library management as available. Players considering custom setups should check the current app documentation before choosing it. Pick FTB App for FTB-focused pack management and per-instance controls; look elsewhere if broader catalog coverage is the priority.
FTB App pros and cons
- Where it wins
- Browse and install Feed The Beast and CurseForge modpacks
- Manage separate instances, mods, Java versions, and memory settings
- Available for Windows, macOS, and Linux
- Where it doesn't
- Its verified pack catalog is narrower than broader launcher catalogs
- The app is described as ad-supported
- Some feature descriptions differ on custom instance availability
FTB App fact sheet, pricing and score →
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