Minecraft XP Farming Time Calculator Tool
Get from your current level to your desired Level in Minecraft. How many Mobs to get done?
Disclaimer: The XP Farming Time Calculator Tool is not an official tool by Minecraft – it is created by fans to help Minecraft players & creators. We hope you like it and we do our best to update it regularly.
XP Gain per Mob – Best Mobs for Fast XP Farming
Not every mob is worth the effort. Here’s a full comparison of XP value, time to kill, and loot per mob – optimized for farming.
| Mob | Avg. Time per Kill | Kills to Reach Level 30 | Loot / Notes | XP per Kill ✨ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🧟 Zombie | 2.0s | ~120 Kills | Rotten Flesh, rare iron/tools | 5 ✨ |
| 💀 Skeleton | 2.5s | ~120 Kills | Arrows, bones, bows | 5 ✨ |
| 🕷️ Spider | 2.5s | ~120 Kills | String, spider eye | 5 ✨ |
| 🔥 Blaze | 3.0s | ~60 Kills | Blaze Rods (brewing) | 10 ✨ |
| 👁️ Enderman | 4.0s | ~60 Kills | Ender Pearls | 5 ✨ |
| 🟢 Slime (Big) | 2.5s | ~100 Kills | Slimeballs | 4 ✨ |
| 🐟 Guardian | 5.0s | ~50 Kills | Fish, prismarine shards | 10 ✨ |
| 🧪 Witch | 4.5s | ~70 Kills | Potions, glowstone, redstone | 5 ✨ |
| 🔥 Magma Cube | 3.5s | ~80 Kills | Magma cream | 4 ✨ |
| ☠️ Wither Skeleton | 3.5s | ~60 Kills | Coal, bones, skull chance | 5 ✨ |
📌 What the Table Shows
High-XP mobs like Blaze and Guardian reduce the number of kills needed, but are harder to farm. Zombies are weaker but less efficient long-term.
Max’s Scenario
Max wants to level up from 27 to 30. He farms Skeletons with a bow and enchanted sword, getting ~5 XP per kill. With 12 kills per minute, it takes him ~10 minutes and 120 mobs to hit level 30. Along the way, he collects 2 stacks of bones and arrows.
XP Farming Tips
- ⚔️ Use Looting & Sweeping Edge to farm faster
- 🧪 Combine with XP Boosts from potions or beacon effects
- 💡 Build a safe AFK mob grinder for long sessions
- 📦 Check your inventory space before farming
How to Farm XP Faster in Minecraft
To farm XP efficiently, it’s not just about killing mobs fast – it’s about choosing the right mob, using the right gear, and minimizing downtime between fights.
🎯 Best Mobs for XP Farming (Efficiency by XP/min)
| Mob | XP/min (Ø) | Recommended Setup |
|---|---|---|
| 🔥 Blaze | 150–180 ✨ | Blaze farm + Fire Resistance |
| 🧟 Zombie | 120–150 ✨ | Spawner grinder + Sweeping Edge |
| 💀 Skeleton | 110–140 ✨ | Spawner farm + Shield |
| 🧪 Witch | 60–90 ✨ | Witch Hut trap + Looting |
| 👁️ Enderman | 80–100 ✨ | End island XP farm |
📌 Max’s Speedrun to Level 30
Max builds a Blaze farm in the Nether Fortress. With Fire Resistance, Looting III and 15 kills per minute, he gains over 150 XP/min. It takes him just 12 minutes to jump from level 0 to 30 — plus 60 Blaze Rods for potion brewing.
🛠️ Pro Tips for Faster XP
- 🔄 Don’t move too far from mob spawners – stay in spawn radius
- 🧤 Use Unbreaking & Mending to protect your weapon
- 🎯 Combine with Durability Calculator to plan long sessions
- 📦 Use the Inventory Space Tool to avoid running out of room
🔁 Bonus: What to Do With All That Loot?
XP farming generates tons of drops. Max sells bones and arrows to villagers and uses Blaze Rods for brewing. If you’re curious how much time you’ve spent grinding in total, check your stats with the Wasted on Minecraft tracker.
Leveling + Loot = Win-Win
Every XP run becomes a resource run too. You farm levels and materials at the same time – doubling your efficiency.
FAQ: XP Farming Time Calculator Tool
What is the purpose of the XP Farming Time Calculator?Who can benefit from using this tool?Does the tool take different mob types into account?Can I adjust the XP rates manually for specific game scenarios?Is it possible to simulate different strategies for XP farming?How accurate are the time estimates provided by this tool?