Box86
5.7#16 in game compatibility layersFree planFree planLinuxSelf-hosted
VisitBox86 vs CrossOver
What both publish
| Fact | Box86 | CrossOver |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Box86 runs x86 Linux programs, including games, on non-x86 Linux systems such as ARM. | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. |
Box86 plans
- Box86Free
CrossOver plans
- CrossOver FreeFree
- CrossOver Free (14 Day Trial)Free
- CrossOver +$74 a year
- CrossOver + (12 Months Support)$74 a year
- CrossOver Life$494, paid once
- CrossOver Life (Lifetime Support)$494, paid once
Pick Box86 if…
Box86 suits users who need to run 32-bit x86 Linux applications on a non-x86 Linux system and can provide the required 32-bit environment. Steam users also need Box64 for full usability.
Pick CrossOver if…
It may suit Mac or Linux users who want to run supported Windows applications, including productivity software, utilities, or games. Readers should check compatibility reports and platform requirements before choosing it.