CrossOver
7.4#1 in windows compatibility layersFrom $74 a yearFree planLinuxmacOS
VisitCrossOver vs D7VK
What both publish
| Fact | CrossOver | D7VK |
|---|---|---|
| Compatibility limits | The maker says CrossOver is not complete, so some Windows applications may have reduced functionality or may not run at all. | Games that mix older Direct3D or DirectDraw with GDI are generally not expected to work properly. |
| Purpose | CrossOver translates Windows application commands so many Windows programs can run on Mac and Linux without a Windows emulator or Windows OS license. | D7VK is a Vulkan-based translation layer for Direct3D 7, 6, 5, and 3 applications running on Linux with Wine. |
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
D7VK plans
No prices published.
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.
Pick D7VK if…
D7VK suits Linux users running older immediate-mode Direct3D applications through Wine. It is also available for Windows, though Windows use is untested and unsupported as a development target.