Losing a chestplate mid-fight because you forgot to check durability is one of those avoidable deaths that still catches experienced players off guard. Uku's Armor HUD Mod solves this by adding a compact, hotbar-style overlay that shows all four armor slots and their remaining durability at a glance — no inventory screen required. With over 3.8 million downloads and active updates through 2026, it has become one of the most trusted HUD mods in the Fabric ecosystem.
Key Features
- Always-Visible Armor Display — A clean, four-slot widget sits on your screen showing each equipped armor piece. The minimalist design keeps your view uncluttered while giving you the information you actually need during combat.
- Low Durability Warnings — The mod alerts you when any armor piece drops below a critical durability threshold, so you can swap or repair gear before it breaks at the worst possible moment.
- Configurable Positioning — Adjust the widget's screen position and display parameters through a config file. For even easier in-game configuration, install the optional Ukulib library to access settings without leaving your world.
- Fabric & Quilt Support — Works natively with both Fabric and Quilt mod loaders, covering the two most popular lightweight modding platforms.
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How to Install
- Download and install Fabric Loader (or Quilt Installer) for your Minecraft version.
- Make sure Fabric API is placed in your
modsfolder, as the mod depends on it. - Download Uku's Armor HUD for your Minecraft version from the link below.
- Drop the downloaded
.jarfile into your.minecraft/modsfolder and launch the game. - (Optional) Install Ukulib to configure the HUD position and settings in-game.
Requirements
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Mod Loader | Fabric, Quilt |
| Dependencies | Fabric API (required), Ukulib (optional, for in-game config) |
| Minecraft Versions | 1.21.11, 1.21.10, 1.21.9, 1.21.8, 1.21.7, 1.21.6, 1.21.5, 1.21.4, 1.21.3, 1.21.1, 1.21, 1.20.6, 1.20.4, 1.20.2, 1.20.1 |
Pros
- Extremely useful quality-of-life addition that prevents unexpected armor breaks
- Clean, minimalist design that does not obstruct gameplay
- Highly configurable positioning and display options
- Supports both Fabric and Quilt mod loaders
- Actively maintained with broad version support from 1.20.1 to 1.21.11
- Open-source under MIT license
Download
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What's New
- Updated to Minecraft 26.1 snapshot compatibility.
- Added NeoForge support, expanding the mod beyond Fabric and Quilt for the first time.
- Continued maintenance ensures compatibility across the latest Minecraft releases.
FAQ
Does Uku's Armor HUD work with other HUD mods?
The mod uses a standalone overlay widget, so it generally works alongside other HUD mods. If overlapping occurs, you can reposition the armor display through the config file or via Ukulib's in-game settings.
Do I need Ukulib to use this mod?
No, the mod works without Ukulib using its default settings. Ukulib is only needed if you want to change the widget position or other display options through an in-game menu instead of editing the config file manually.
Can I use this mod on Quilt instead of Fabric?
Yes, Uku's Armor HUD supports both Fabric and Quilt mod loaders. You will still need Fabric API (or its Quilt equivalent, Quilted Fabric API) installed as a dependency.
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