CKAN
7.6#4 in game mod managersFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitCKAN vs Open Galileo
Open Galileo
6.3#10 in focus stacking softwareFree planFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CKAN | Open Galileo |
|---|---|---|
| Intended users | The project describes CKAN as useful to players seeking mods and modders seeking to avoid installation problems and outdated versions. | The maker names microscopists, laboratories, scientists, students, macro and nature photographers, astrophotographers, educators, and science communicators as intended users. |
| License | The project describes CKAN as open source and MIT-licensed. | The software is released under CC BY-NC 4.0, and commercial use requires the author's prior permission. |
| Purpose | CKAN is a repository of Kerbal Space Program mod metadata and tools for finding, installing, and managing mods. | Open Galileo is free, open-source software for focus stacking and signal integration in scientific photography, microscopy, macro photography, astrophotography, and technical documentation. |
| Support | The project directs users to troubleshooting documentation, GitHub issues, and its Discord server for help with the client. | The maker invites voluntary donations to support the project's maintenance and improvement. |
CKAN plans
- CKANFree
Open Galileo plans
- FreeFree
- Open GalileoFree
Pick CKAN if…
CKAN suits Kerbal Space Program players who want to discover and manage mods while checking game-version compatibility and dependencies. Mod authors can also contribute or correct metadata.
Pick Open Galileo if…
It suits microscopists, scientists, students, macro and nature photographers, astrophotographers, and science educators who need focus stacking or signal integration. Commercial users should note that prior permission is required.