CKAN
7.6#4 in game mod managersFree planFree planLinuxmacOSWindows
VisitCKAN vs Thunderstore Mod Manager
Thunderstore Mod Manager
6.5#50 in game mod managersFree planFree planWindows
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | CKAN | Thunderstore Mod Manager |
|---|---|---|
| Automatic updates | Yes | Yes |
| Mod source access | built-in | built-in |
| Purpose | CKAN is a repository of Kerbal Space Program mod metadata and tools for finding, installing, and managing mods. | Thunderstore Mod Manager manages and downloads mods for games including Lethal Company, REPO, Valheim, How to Fish, PEAK, and Risk of Rain 2. |
| Support | The project directs users to troubleshooting documentation, GitHub issues, and its Discord server for help with the client. | Thunderstore directs users to its Discord for manager support and requests to add games; it also makes a best effort to reply to GitHub issues. |
| Supported platforms | multi-platform | windows |
CKAN plans
- CKANFree
Thunderstore Mod Manager plans
- FreeFree
- Premium—
- Thunderstore Mod ManagerFree
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 Thunderstore Mod Manager if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.