This Minecraft tutorial will guide you through the process of crafting a redstone comparator. Redstone comparators are essential components in Minecraft for creating complex redstone circuits.
Let’s dive into how to craft a redstone comparator and explore its availability across different Minecraft platforms.
Supported Platforms
Redstone comparators are a versatile feature available across many Minecraft versions:
| Platform | Supported (Version*) |
|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | Yes (1.5) |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | Yes (0.14.0) |
| Xbox 360 | Yes (TU19) |
| Xbox One | Yes (CU7) |
| PS3 | Yes (1.12) |
| PS4 | Yes (1.12) |
| Wii U | Yes |
| Nintendo Switch | Yes |
| Windows 10 Edition | Yes (0.14.0) |
| Education Edition | Yes |
* The version that it was added or removed, if applicable. NOTE: Pocket Edition (PE), Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Windows 10 Edition are now known as Bedrock Edition. For version history purposes, they are listed individually.
Finding a Redstone Comparator in Creative Mode
For players in Creative Mode, redstone comparators are readily available in the inventory. Here’s where to locate them across different Minecraft editions:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In Java Edition, the location varies slightly depending on the version:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.8 – 1.19 | Redstone |
| Java Edition (PC/Mac) | 1.19.3 – 1.21.1 | Redstone Blocks |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
Pocket Edition offers redstone comparators in these inventory tabs:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Tools |
| Pocket Edition (PE) | 1.2 – 1.21.0 | Items |
Minecraft Xbox Editions
For Xbox players, find the comparator in these Creative Inventory locations:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Xbox 360 | TU35 – TU69 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Xbox One | CU23 – CU43 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Xbox One | 1.2.5 – 1.21.0 | Items |
Minecraft PS Editions
PlayStation users can find redstone comparators in these tabs:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| PS3 | 1.26 – 1.76 | Redstone and Transportation |
| PS4 | 1.26 – 1.91 | Redstone and Transportation |
| PS4 | 1.14.0 – 1.21.0 | Items |
Minecraft Nintendo
Nintendo players can locate the comparator in the following Creative Inventory spots:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Wii U | Patch 3 – Patch 38 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.04 – 1.11 | Redstone and Transportation |
| Nintendo Switch | 1.5.0 – 1.21.0 | Items |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
Windows 10 Edition users can find the comparator in these locations:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Windows 10 Edition | 0.14.1 – 1.1.3 | Tools |
| Windows 10 Edition | 1.2 – 1.21.0 | Items |
Minecraft Education Edition
For Education Edition users, the comparator is located in these tabs:
| Platform | Version(s) | Creative Menu Location |
|---|---|---|
| Education Edition | 0.14.2 – 1.0.18 | Tools |
| Education Edition | 1.0.21 – 1.21.03 | Items |
Creative Mode Definitions
- Platform: The specific Minecraft platform.
- Version(s): Minecraft versions where the comparator is found in the listed menu location.
- Creative Menu Location: The inventory tab in Creative Mode where the comparator is located.
Required Materials for a Comparator Recipe
To craft a redstone comparator in Survival Mode, you will need to gather these materials:
[
3 Redstone Torches
]( /basic_recipes/make_redstone_torch.php) [1 Nether Quartz
]( /materials/make_nether_quartz.php) [
3 Stones
]( /block_recipes/make_stone.php)
These components are essential for the comparator crafting recipe. Redstone torches are crafted from redstone dust and sticks, Nether Quartz is obtained from the Nether dimension, and Stone is a basic building block readily available in the Overworld.
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Craft a Redstone Comparator in Survival Mode
Follow these simple steps to craft your own redstone comparator in Minecraft Survival Mode:
1. Access the Crafting Table
Begin by opening your crafting table. A crafting table provides the 3×3 grid necessary for creating more complex items like the redstone comparator.
2. Arrange Materials in the Crafting Grid
In the crafting menu, you will see the 3×3 crafting grid. To craft a redstone comparator, carefully place the required materials – 3 stones, 3 redstone torches, and 1 nether quartz – in the exact pattern shown below.
The Comparator Recipe is specific: In the top row, place one redstone torch in the center slot. In the second row, place a redstone torch in the first slot, nether quartz in the middle slot, and another redstone torch in the last slot. Finally, in the bottom row, fill all three slots with stones. This precise arrangement is crucial for the Minecraft comparator recipe.
Once the crafting grid is filled correctly, the redstone comparator will appear in the result box on the right.
3. Move the Comparator to Your Inventory
After successfully crafting the redstone comparator, the final step is to transfer the newly created item to your inventory for use.
Congratulations! You have now crafted a redstone comparator in Minecraft. This versatile component is ready to be used in your redstone contraptions.
Redstone Comparator Item ID and Name
For advanced Minecraft users or those using commands, here are the Item IDs and Names for the redstone comparator across different editions:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | Java | 1.8 – 1.12 | |
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 64 | Java | 1.13 – 1.21.1 |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | PE | 1.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Xbox One
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | Xbox One | 1.6.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft PS4
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | PS4 | 1.14.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | Switch | 1.6.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | Windows | 1.0 – 1.21.0 |
Minecraft Education Edition
| Item | Description(Minecraft ID Name) | Data Value | Stack Size | Platform | Version(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Redstone Comparator(minecraft:comparator) | 0 | 64 | Education | 1.0 – 1.21.03 |
Item ID Definitions
- Description: The common name of the item and its Minecraft ID Name used in game commands.
- Data Value: Identifies specific variations of the block, if applicable.
- Stack Size: The maximum number of this item that can be stacked in one inventory slot.
- Platform: The Minecraft platform.
- Version(s): Minecraft versions where the ID and Name are valid.
Redstone Comparator Block States
Understanding block states is crucial for advanced redstone mechanics. Here are the block states for redstone comparators:
Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| facing | north | Yes | No | [facing=north] | Comparator facing North |
| facing | south | No | No | [facing=south] | Comparator facing South |
| facing | east | No | No | [facing=east] | Comparator facing East |
| facing | west | No | No | [facing=west] | Comparator facing West |
| mode | compare | Yes | No | [mode=compare] | Comparator in compare mode |
| mode | subtract | No | No | [mode=subtract] | Comparator in subtract mode |
| powered | false | Yes | No | [powered=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| powered | true | No | No | [powered=true] | Comparator is powered |
Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Minecraft Xbox One
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Minecraft PS4
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Minecraft Nintendo Switch
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Minecraft Education Edition
| Block State | Value | Default | Required | Example | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| direction | 0 | Yes | No | [“direction”=0] | Comparator facing North |
| direction | 1 | No | No | [“direction”=1] | Comparator facing East |
| direction | 2 | No | No | [“direction”=2] | Comparator facing South |
| direction | 3 | No | No | [“direction”=3] | Comparator facing West |
| output_lit_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_lit_bit”=false] | Comparator is not powered |
| output_lit_bit | true | No | No | [“output_lit_bit”=true] | Comparator is powered |
| output_subtract_bit | false | Yes | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=false] | Comparator in compare mode |
| output_subtract_bit | true | No | No | [“output_subtract_bit”=true] | Comparator in subtract mode |
Block State Definitions
- Block State: The technical name for the block state.
- Value: The specific setting for the block state.
- Default: Indicates if it’s the default setting when not specified.
- Required: Indicates if the state must be included in commands.
- Example: Shows how to format block states in commands like
/fill,/setblock,/clone, or/testforblock.
Redstone Comparator Give Command
For quickly obtaining redstone comparators using commands, here are the /give commands for various Minecraft versions:
Give Command in Minecraft Java Edition (PC/Mac)
In recent Java Edition versions (1.13 to 1.21.1):
/give @p comparator 1For older Java Edition versions (1.8 to 1.12):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft Pocket Edition (PE)
In Pocket Edition (1.12.0 to 1.21.0):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft Xbox One
For Xbox One (1.12.0 to 1.21.0):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft PS4
On PS4 (1.14.0 to 1.21.0):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft Nintendo Switch
For Nintendo Switch (1.12.0 to 1.21.0):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft Windows 10 Edition
In Windows 10 Edition (1.12.0 to 1.21.0):
/give @p comparator 1 0Give Command in Minecraft Education Edition
For Education Edition (1.12.0 to 1.21.03):
/give @p comparator 1 0Unleash the Power of Redstone Comparators
Redstone comparators are incredibly versatile devices. Here’s a glimpse into what you can do with them:
[Explore a Redstone Teleporter Device
]( /getting_started/redstone_design1.php)
By mastering the comparator recipe and understanding its functionalities, you can significantly enhance your redstone builds in Minecraft, creating more intelligent and efficient systems.
