Boxedwine
6.8#3 in windows compatibility layersFree planFree planWebLinuxmacOSWindows
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Porting Kit
5.9#10 in windows compatibility layersFree planFree planmacOS
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| Fact | Boxedwine | Porting Kit |
|---|---|---|
| Purpose | Boxedwine is an emulator that runs Windows applications by running a 32-bit version of Wine and emulating the Linux kernel and CPU. | Porting Kit uses Wineskin technology to install games and apps compiled for Microsoft Windows in macOS. |
Boxedwine plans
- GPL-licensed BoxedwineFree
Porting Kit plans
- Porting KitFree
Pick Boxedwine if…
Boxedwine may suit people who need to run 16-bit or 32-bit Windows applications on a listed desktop platform or in a browser. The web version's storage behaviour and large-file loading caveats matter to anyone using it for browser-based sessions.
Pick Porting Kit if…
Porting Kit may suit Mac users who want to install Windows games or apps, including games from the listed sources. Users should consider the compatibility caveat and the terms for copies and port distribution.